The S.P.C.A’s day

Press, Volume CXII, Issue 32879, 30 March 1972, Page 10

The S.P.C.A’s day

Most people care about animals; some care for them as companions, and take much pleasure from their trust, affection, and intelligence. Cruelty to a domesticated animal, and, indeed, to any animal, is generally, though not universally, abhorred. The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals gives strength to the public conscience about such cruelty. Within the limits of its financial resources and the capacity of its dedicated members, the society daily adds to an impressive record of care, now extending over 100 years. Whatever anyone thinks of the importance of the society’s work to relieve or avert unnecessary suffering by animals, there can be no doubt about the role of its work in maintaining human values. It is not uncommon to find that those who have the greatest concern for the welfare of people also have a deep respect for all forms of life. And this is not unreasonable; for just as people depend on each other, the animal world is very much at the mercy of the human race, which, in turn, is often dependent on animals. The S.P.C.A. serves people as well as animals —all those people who are concerned for the wellbeing of animals. Today, the society appeals to the public for funds to carry on its necessary work; it deserves the generous support of all citizens.