I have a four year old (well almost 4) and trust me, as big of an Animal Lover as I am, no pet of mine will EVER come before Her! However, people need to realize that animals, when kept as PETS should be treated like Children! They have this thing called ANIMAL INSTINCT, (Humans have this also) If your pet is being forced to STARVE, it will eat anything to survive! If you cannot afford, or are just simply to lazy or "busy" to take care of your pet, bring it to ME! By the way people.... My pets arent spoiled, like my daughter, they are just Well Taken Care Of!