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A Rochester Man Helps the Forgotten Ducks |
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We don't often give much consideration to animals in our industrial society, and either intentionally or unintentionally we subject countless animals to brutal treatment without thought. The length that some industries will go to exploit animals is discouraging - as is their remarkable success in convincing many that they want what is best for the animals. But even as our behavior as a civilization seems to work against the interests of animals, as individuals it's likely that we respect animals as much or moreso than people ever did in the past.
The title indicates a frustration at animals, but take the time to read Richard Gardner's blog post Maybe I shouldve just looked the other way when I first saw those damned ducks! and you'll see that he's more frustrated at government bureaucracy and buck-passing than he is at the animals he's trying to save. It's interesting to read about the lengths he goes, to the point of breaking the law, trying to make a small difference in the lives of some wild ducks.
It's easy enough for people to look away from a problem that's right in front of them, let alone a problem hidden inside of large animal factories around the county. In a world with so many problems to solve, Richard should be applauded for showing a kindness to animals that nobody else will, and for trying to get those that are supposed to be responsible for these animals to do something about the problem.
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