Letter: Holiday novelty pets deserve a better fate

They require special feeding, constant temperatures, are frail and not meant to be handled by children. Victims of unintentional neglect and cruelty, these animals suffer broken bones, internal injuries and carry diseases such as salmonella.

This Easter you can help prevent unnecessary cruelty by giving your children stuffed animals. After the holiday, if your family is ready for a pet, consider an adoptable dog or cat from our local shelters or the Las Vegas Valley Humane Society.

Animals are not toys. Nothing with a heartbeat should be given as a "toy."

LINDA FASO

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