>After all, isn't this what's done with the dogs, cats, road-kill, infected
>cows, horses, etc.  that the animal control agencies are overloaded with?
>To the rendering factory .  .  .
 
Actually, in my county in Virginia, the animals are cremated.  A large
percentage of the nation's pets are cremated.  If you don't know what
happens in your area - call up the animal control facility and ask them.
While you are at it, ask your veterinarian too.
 
If you don't like the response, then take up a cause and get the process
changed - talk to your mayor or county supervisor.  Tell them you don't want
pets and road kill, especially with rabies a concern in many parts of the
country, rendered.
 
All animals need a dignified ending, after all, this isn't Soylent Green.
 
Pam
[Posted in FML issue 2123]