Please pray for my Grandma.  She has accute Lukemia.  Currently, she is in MD Anderson beginning chemo.  Thanks for your concern.

All dogs do not go to heaven, but it is possible for humans to get there.  Animals are animals, humans are humans.  We are so similar because the same Person designed us – not because our souls are linked. 

Here is what spurred on my interest in this topic.  I sent out the following email to rescue groups and was added to an email loop…

“At church last night, a sad little puppy was found on the playground.  The church is in the middle of a huge field right off of a busy, main road.  Apparently, someone had dumped her.

My husband and I couldn't bear to see her left alone, so we took her home.  She did SO WELL through the night!

It appears she is a pit bull, or a pit mix.  She has white feet and is either black or brindol.  The reason we cannot tell is that she has what looks like mange. 

Since we took her she's had two flea baths, one oatmeal bath, two treatments of OTIC, four small meals of Nutro, some Benadryl and plenty of water.  We've been calling her "Sugars" as she has a very sweet personality!

I'd guess her at twelve pounds and threeto four months old.  Very active, smart and will even cuddle a bit! 

We do not have children, but do have another dog and cat of our own.  We are keeping "Sugars" separate from them at this time. 

If "Sugars" were anything but a pit bull (is she?) we would just keep her!  But we are hoping to start a family soon and I just cannot bring myself to having a pit bull and a baby together!  *smiles*  But I don't want the sweetie to go to a cruel owner.

PLEASE HELP!  We have been calling all morning and no one can help us!  Again, she's a good little critter, and if we give her to the pound she'll be a goner for sure.  *sigh*”

Here are some of the responses I received…

“There is no reason for giving up a sweet baby just for a baby.  Pits happens to be one of the BEST pets anyone ever had.  They are sweet and loving dogs.”  – J. M.

“You would never find a better companion for your child than a bully… Thanks again for saving the baby!” – C.M.

“I have a montage of babies and Bullies, they are meant to be together. Please show that you are one of the intelligent people out there and give this little tyke a break.” – S.S.

And how I replied to them…

“Well, I think I struck a nerve!  Since last night, I have received about 15 emails from this loop.  A few thanked me for my rescue and care of "Sugars."  Nearly all tried to convince me that Pit Bulls are a loving, family friendly breed.  Some railed at me for not wanting to keep a "pittie" accusing me of being a hater and questioning my decision to choose the future life of a human child over the present life of a canine puppy.

If I were a hater of pit bulls, "Sugars" would be dead now.  If I were a hater of pit bulls, we would not have purchased meds for her and taken her to the vet.  If I were a hater of pit bulls, she would not have things such as Nutro, new toys and clean bedding.  I do not hate pit bulls.  BUT...I am cautious of them.  Not because of the media, as most seem to believe, but because of personal experience. 

A close friend to my Grandma was walking in the middle of the street taking his typical, afternoon walk.  From down the road, a pit bull saw him, ran to him and attatcked him.  The man was NOT aggrivating the dog, in it's yard or near to it's house.  The man's arm was mangled, muscles torn, etc.

The people who live across the street from us have 2 pit bulls.  One afternoon, another neighbor, a small old lady, was out riding her bike.  When she rode past the pit's house they jumped the fence and began circling her - growling, bearing teeth.  She began to scream and other neighbors came out of their homes and scared away the dogs.

These stories are not from the media.  They are people I know and could introduce to you.

YES, I know that not all pits are like this.  I understand the breed's background and that some make incredible, life-long companions.

If I were to have a pit bull, my family would never come to visit.  If I were to have a pit bull, there would always be an element of fear because of the listed experiences.  I do not want to fear my dog.  Instead I want to trust it completely and allow it to be a close family friend.

Financially, we've done about all we can do for "Sugars."  We cannot afford another pet - no matter what breed.

If this were a human child, I would sell every stick of furniture in my home to care for and love that child in any way she needed.  But this is an animal, and we cannot do that.  The Bible says to "consider the life of your beast."  And that's what we are doing, attempting to find a safe, loving home for "Sugars."  My husband and I choose LIFE at all times.

**As far as an update - the vet said that "Sugars" is most likely a Pit/Sharpei mix.  He personally was fond of Pit Bulls saying that his best patients were pits and when it was time for him to get another pet, he was going to own one himself!  He said that other than the mange, she was healthy, as far as he could tell.  He guessed her at 10 weeks.

This is a plea for "Sugars."  She is precious.  Smart.  Silly.  Does well in a crate.  Loves to have her belly scratched.

Thank you for your interest in "Sugars."  She needs a safe, loving home.”

America, what has happened to us?  Has our view of the sanctity of life changed so drastically?  We feel we have a right to choose an abortion because of an unplanned pregnancy, but when someone chooses to put down a sick puppy, they are considered a cruel monster?  What is going on? 

As the great theologian Dr. Seuess would say, “A life if a life no matter how small.”  And I heartily agree with that.  When in the course of human events does it become necessary for us spend thousands of dollars on pets, and decide that having a tradition family isn’t right for us?  Indeed, this is happening! 

Driving by a park a few months ago, I spied a lady jogging.   She was pushing a stroller.  As I passed, I got the shock of a lifetime!  Inside that stroller was a dog, sittin’ pretty, with a bow in her hair.  Where was the child?

Wake up America!  We are not having children because we don’t want to take the time.  We don’t want to experience the pain or spend the money.  We’re too busy with our self-centered lives.  We are too focused with building our money empires, instead of rearing children to carry on our spiritual legacy.  But wait – what’s this? 

On a hand-woven silk pillow sits a dog wearing a diamond studded collar, being fed the most expensive food money can buy, going to the vet every six weeks for shots, meds and teeth cleanings.  Don’t forget the puppy spa, massages and grooming!  Oh, and doggie’s day out!    

It’s time we used our heads and got back to the basics of life.  God.  Family.  Country.   Children are the future leaders of America.  You better not leave some pampered pooch in charge.