How Rosie the Chihuahua Overcame the Horrors of Backyard Breeding

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the experiences of Rosie the Chihuahua, a dog rescued from a situation of backyard breeding and neglect. Participants reflect on the implications of such treatment of animals, the emotional responses elicited by Rosie's story, and broader societal attitudes towards animal welfare and human behavior.

Discussion Character

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express deep emotional responses to Rosie's condition and the actions of backyard breeders, suggesting that such treatment is inhumane.
  • There is a sentiment that individuals like Cinnamon Muhlbauer, who rescue animals, represent the goodness in humanity, contrasting with the actions of those who neglect animals.
  • One participant shares their personal bond with their dog, indicating that empathy in animals can be profound, especially in those that have faced abandonment.
  • Another participant questions the generalization of human behavior based on the actions of a few, arguing that not all humans should be judged for the actions of individuals involved in animal cruelty.
  • Some participants suggest that the individuals responsible for such neglect may be suffering from mental illness, which complicates the moral judgment of their actions.
  • There is an acknowledgment that the neglect of animals often intersects with broader social issues, such as hoarding and mental health challenges.
  • Despite the hardships Rosie has faced, one participant highlights her physical attributes, suggesting a sense of hope and resilience.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a range of emotions and opinions regarding the treatment of animals and the nature of human responsibility. While there is a shared concern for Rosie's well-being, disagreements arise over the implications of human behavior and the categorization of animal neglect as a crime.

Contextual Notes

Participants' views on the severity of animal neglect and the motivations behind such actions vary significantly, reflecting differing perspectives on morality and mental health. The discussion does not resolve these complexities.

Who May Find This Useful

Readers interested in animal welfare, mental health issues related to neglect, and the societal implications of animal rescue efforts may find this discussion relevant.

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Poor Rosie. People that do these things should be locked up for life.

Would you adopt this face? Could you? Do you ever consider adopting an older/sick/disfigured dog? Most people don't but Rosie the Chihuahua, who was the product of backyard breeder, is changing a few minds and hearts.

Last year, when Cinnamon Muhlbauer learned of an abandoned home in which backyard breeding and hoarding had taken place, she went there to see what she could do for the dogs that remained, and what she found was startling. There were dogs all over being inbred and neglected. When she found Rosie, her level of mistreatment (and disfigurement) was hard to absorb:

"She looked like a rat or an anteater. It was hard to figure out. So when you see that at first, it's hard to comprehend that that's a dog."

Heart breaking.

http://shine.yahoo.com/pets/im-survivor-rosie-chihuahua-overcame-horrors-backyard-193900052.html
 
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Jesus Christ. And people wonder why I have such hatred towards humans. I hope that poor dog is taken care of.
 
WannabeNewton said:
Jesus Christ. And people wonder why I have such hatred towards humans. I hope that poor dog is taken care of.
But then again "It's people like Cinnamon Muhlbauer and pups like Rosie that make [one] believe in the goodness and caring spirit in our world. " :approve:
 
At least once a day I tell Duke "I am so glad you are not a human!" He is so empathetic and clingy - not unexpected, since he was abandoned. I hope Rosie makes a full recovery. All dogs deserve a decent life - hers apparently started out quite poorly, so she will need a caregiver who can cope.
 
WannabeNewton said:
And people wonder why I have such hatred towards humans.

Do you really feel this way because of minor crimes like this (in the grand scheme of things)? Are you really going to generalize all humans?
 
InvalidID said:
Do you really feel this way because of minor crimes like this (in the grand scheme of things)?
Who are you to tell me what is a minor crime in the "grand scheme of things"? I consider this to a heinous crime. I can't understand people who think human lives are worth more than the lives of other animals, it's depressing to think such mentality is so pervasive.
 
WannabeNewton said:
Who are you to tell me what is a minor crime in the "grand scheme of things"? I consider this to a heinous crime. I can't understand people who think human lives are worth more than the lives of other animals, it's depressing to think such mentality is so pervasive.

I think most likely the person responsible is mentally ill. They would probably claim they love animals and care about them, and they probably do.

My wife has had many social service jobs, so I hear stories about low functioning families quite often. A common theme is hording, hording animals and neglecting the animals (as well as the kids). This isn't done for profit or maliciousness, its done because they are mentally ill.
 
I know Rosie has been through so much, but she still has the cutest nose ever.