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Originally Posted by Villageswimmer
I don't mean any offense but why would a dog stroller be at the top of priorities for a person who is short on cash? I had a small dog and no stroller. I didn't even know such a thing existed at the time.
Is a dog stroller ever a necessity? While we're on the topic, what really IS the purpose of a dog stroller? Wouldn't exercise be good for the pup?
Again, no offense, but it strikes me as an attention-getting mechanism. (For the owner, not the dog).
I'm sure I'm missing something and would appreciate being enlightened on this.  |
Sorry if this response appears twice. I think I must have deleted my original reply. I don't see it.
I just wanted to say thanks for asking Villageswimmer. Strollers are often used for dogs that have heart conditions and cannot walk very far, for dogs that get tired easily, for dogs that have broken legs, for dogs that have various medical issues. The owner still wants their dog to get out and get fresh air and some sunshine and to be with them while they take their walk. So it isn't much different than a husband rolling his wife along in a wheelchair while they enjoy the husband's walk together.
To address your other question. The person is not poor. They choose to donate money to rescues and shelters to help the animals. So they don't see spending money on a stroller when they have an item around their house that they could offer in trade. Why waste money buying a stroller if someone would be willing to do a trade? More people should trade items and spend the money they save to help animals or whatever their charitable passion is. Makes sense to me.
I hope I have answered your question. Again, thanks for asking.