A terrible crime took place in our home today. Part of a beloved animal’s face was violently torn away, including one eye. His guts were left all over the floor at the foot of the stairs. Was it a vicious act of hate? An accident? A misunderstanding?
Does it matter? Our granddaughter’s feline BFF is permanently disfigured, whatever the motive behind the attack.
Tigger after cosmetic surgery. Pre-surgery photos have been omitted as too upsetting for most audiences.
I’m not sure which of our two furry family members is responsible for this brutal assault, although I have my suspicions. My mind reels with questions:
- If the canine perpetrator is brought to justice, shall we charge him or her with a hate crime, since the victim was a member of the cat family, historic enemies of dogs?
- And could it be proven?
- If so, should the penalty be more severe?
Two Heads are Better Than One 