Most people do not leave home saying they want to do away with these animals today. I believe and what Common has proved, that these people geniunely want what is best for these animals. I have 4 pound puppies as well as four pound kitties. I care for them and I have them all fixed. All of you animal lovers screaming (all caps, which is very rude!) about how cruel this is, what have you done to help the situation? Do you volunteer at the shelter? Have you dontated money to provide forster homes for these animals? If you're not part of the solution, your part of the problem. Get down from your soap boxes and get to work. Thank you Common for your post. Two of my dogs are from Columbus County and I found those that I spoke with there very nice and appreciative of our adoptions.