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To digress a bit...there are some purebred cats that are quite valuable (as well as purebred dogs). We paid $1600 about 6 years ago for a purebred but neutered Maine Coon. I'm a cheap bastard but this is our 3rd Maine Coon, and we think the world of him.

No, he has never caught a mouse or chased off a burglar, but he has provided lots of affection ..... Better than any therapist Big Grin
 
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Doing that would be in piss poor taste. I'm a little stunned that you'd even post here thinking about it.
 
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There is an old phone scam where the caller is charged for dialing a number.

It began as a way to donate money to a cause like "We are the World" without the organization having to pay people to answer the phone.

Eventually, scammers realized they could robo-call people with one ring and people would call back to see who it was. No answer when they called back, but on their phone bill was a $2 charge that most people never took the time to investigate.

Call the number in the flyer, let us know if your phone bill has an extra charge next month?
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We can never really know what someone's personal circumstances are and why they value a pet. It is easy to second guess without knowing the person and circumstances.
 
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Maybe go out and search for that and make $5000.
 
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We live in a heavily wooded complex outside the city. Several large owls in the area, and at least one pair of hawks. Hate to see the neighbor letting their cat out to roam around.

Oldest daughter is such a softie if she sees any kind of critter in the house - including spiders - she scoops them up in a cup and relocates them outside.



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If they make five grand before lunch, why would I give a fist full of shit what they choose to do with it ?





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I've wondered what happens when such a reward is offered but the owner never intended to pay out. Does the finder keep the pet? Does some sort of hostage swap occur where the finder keeps the pet at an undisclosed location until the reward money with unmarked, unsequential denominations of $20, $50 and $100 bills is dropped into the garbage bin at 3rd and Figueroa? Or does the pet get dropped off in the middle of the wilderness likely to never be found again?


I don't have that problem. My Jack Russell is a well behaved, obedient dog... with me. I've left him with others and the consensus is that he's a little terrorist. If he ever ran away all I'd have to do is post that when the finder is tired of the barking, stubbornness and numerous ways he can subvert authority to give me a call and I'll swing by to take him away.
 
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Signs are posted in the neighborhood. I kind of want to call and tell them that cats are free. All you want. Too harsh?


Mine was free. Aside from the yearly vet appointment. And food and toys...
After two litters of kittens in the window well, I finally caught that little feral bitch. Got her ass neutered and now, And Now!, she moved in, bonded me, and is queen of the house.

I'm a grown, single man, ready to snuff the life out of any critter or person that crosses me in that way.
But I'll be crushed when she's gone.
 
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For $5k, maybe Dog the Bounty Hunter would take a look for Peanut the Cat.

$5k would make catnapping a felony, right? It would be grand theft in Florida. How long before people start grabbing family pets for the reward money?


Peanut may be hiding in Dog’s mullet. Razz

On a more serious note, I am constantly on guard that none of my indoor only cats get too curious about the front or garage door when bringing in groceries.
 
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While your at it ask them if the reward is paid dead or alive. Roll Eyes



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Assuming the reward offer is legit, I don't think we're qualified to be anyone's judge in this matter.
 
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I don't care how you dice it...5 grand for a cat is most definitely retarded.



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I've had some pets I really liked, but in the end they are just animals.
I used to feel that way. Then, after my new bride moved in with me, brought her two cats with her, the male decided I was going to be his new best buddy, and we bonded, I never looked at them as "just animals" ever again.
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I don't care how you dice it...5 grand for a cat is most definitely retarded.
I've a neighbor spent $8k on hip surgery for his dog. Was that "retarded?" He didn't think so, and who am I to gainsay him?



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This thread has taught me something. When it comes to pets, there's no room for kidding around. (Pardon the pun) Pets are 'sacred cows' here on this forum. Big Grin

Sheesh - I understand what jigray3 meant - he's posted twice trying to explain it. Relax - he's not going to call anyone. Roll Eyes


I think we should all save this thread for reference, and use the responses as the new standard for all topics. I'm prepared to be terribly offended by everything. "You shouldn't joke about such things as broken washing machines! It's not funny! Wink
 
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I've a neighbor spent $8k on hip surgery for his dog. Was that "retarded?" He didn't think so, and who am I to gainsay him?


Know someone who just spent $7K for doggie ACL surgery and a friend of mine's daughter is a vet opthamologist who does cataract surgeries.


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I've a neighbor spent $8k on hip surgery for his dog. Was that "retarded?" He didn't think so, and who am I to gainsay him?


Fair enough. But I would like to point out something. My comments here are just my opinion and that only. Doesn't mean I'm right or wrong. Not trying to "gainsay" anyone. In retrospect, I could have used softer words and maybe should have done so. If someone is truly offended, then my apologies to them.

I might also point out that the wife and I have had cats off and on for over 45 years. I'm sitting here looking at two black cats as I type. We rescued them from a neighbor who told his wife they were to be disposed of by the weekend if she didn't find them a home. Hell, I like these cats and are glad they are here.

Would I spend 8 grand on replacing a hip on one of them? Hell no.



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There are many people, probably even more so on this forum, who consider their pets to be family members. Some people don't have children, maybe the kids moved out and they're empty nesters. Or maybe some can't have children.

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Originally posted by jigray3:
To be clear, tongue firmly planted in cheek here fellas.

I find the logic of the reward amount a bit odd. Is there something that $5000 accomplishes that $4000 or $3000 doesn't? Perhaps a measure of their love for their pet? Ultimately, it's their money and their cat. I have no beef, in fact as a cat owner, if I found the cat I would happily decline the reward. I just find the amount puzzling.


You could say the same about a gun. What does a custom shop or a Glock do that a $300 gun can't do?

I'm not in the position but $5k to some people isn't a lot of money.

Does a Honda not get someone to a destination like an Acura would?


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There are many people, probably even more so on this forum, who consider their pets to be family members.


Count me in this group. And I'm one of the strange ones- I'm willing to run into a burning house to save my dog, a bigger risk and sacrifice than five grand.

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