Why Do Humans Care More For Their Pets Than For Other Human Beings?

Recently I heard a friend talk about how she “saved” a stray dog ​​and, while listening, I also wondered why humans spend more on non-essential things for their pets — besides food — than on helping other human beings?

The answer may surprise you, although, deep down, you should know the reason.

They do it because it is an easy way to feel good while living in denial.

It reinforces their belief that they are “good” human beings who care about defenseless and fragile animals.

This is fine, however. There is no major problem with that.

What I find difficult to swallow is their denial of their neighbor, human beings who are trying to stay alive just one more day.

This is a very complex psychological problem. One that you have most likely experienced yourself.

You see, there is no worse enemy than the one inside us.

When caring for an animal, some humans appease their mind from the guilt and shame they unconsciously feel for ignoring their needy human companions. Others, simply change responsibility and blame those same human beings who try to stay alive for their “sad state of affairs” or “incompetence.”