[Dysart]

I didn't post this to stir up debate on whether or not animals go to heaven(or hell if they've been naughty doggies). It's unfortunate that the topic was introduced in the article but it was likely included to show how strongly people some people value their pets' welfare. This "animal concern" is in no way political and only the most twisted reader would view it so. Thus, I posted it in general/chat where it belongs.

[Spktyr]

Some people, yours truly included, do not have children and their pets serve as surrogate children. So there's that attachment.

I also cannot conceive of a God (that I'd care to worship) that would create a heaven yet leave out our faithful animal companions. Something like that wouldn't be heaven at all; it would be very much the other thing.