Cat stuck down Liverpool railway embankment

[shredder1]

In all seriousness, it's odd how we have a very high regard for some animals (dogs, cats etc), a medium level of regard for others (farm animals, for example), very little regard for others (flies, wasps) and no regard whatsoever for the rest (bacteria and the likes, which are still living things). And, bacteria aside, as they're out to kill us, it's purely cultural and differs between countries as to which fits which bracket.

Yes I tend to agree, cuteness to care ratio, and its definitely a cultural thing, I wouldnt dream of eating a swan or south American spider, but they are a probably a lot healthier than McDonalds.

 

[158747]

Yes well said, anyone who doesent like cats has obviously never had one cooked properly

I like mine medium rare with chips.

 

[HowardGWR]

In all seriousness, it's odd how we have a very high regard for some animals (dogs, cats etc), a medium level of regard for others (farm animals, for example), very little regard for others (flies, wasps) and no regard whatsoever for the rest (bacteria and the likes, which are still living things). And, bacteria aside, as they're out to kill us, it's purely cultural and differs between countries as to which fits which bracket.

Might be a good idea to find out how cheese is made and how we digest our food, (etc, etc).

I'm within a whisker of getting bored with this thread.

 

[shredder1]

I like mine medium rare with chips.

Well done with traditional rice for me mate.

 

[shredder1]

Might be a good idea to find out how cheese is made and how we digest our food, (etc, etc).

I'm within a whisker of getting bored with this thread.

Life and soul of the party Howard, I think I like you

 

[HowardGWR]

Life and soul of the party Howard, I think I like you

Purring with pleasure and hoping cat lovers will not be getting their claws into me.

 

[Wilts Wanderer]

Slightly more on-topic, is there any news about the poor cat in question? I'm an owner myself (ours is a house-kitty due to the mortality rate on our local roads) and the thought of someone's cat trapped and calling for help within earshot is absolutely heart-wrenching.

I'm absolutely astonished at the callous nature of some of the comments on this story, most people see their cat or dog as a member of the family. Put yourself in their shoes (or paws) for a moment.

 

[shredder1]

Purring with pleasure and hoping cat lovers will not be getting their claws into me.

I`m sure they won`t mate.

 

[D1009]

Slightly more on-topic, is there any news about the poor cat in question? I'm an owner myself (ours is a house-kitty due to the mortality rate on our local roads) and the thought of someone's cat trapped and calling for help within earshot is absolutely heart-wrenching.

I'm absolutely astonished at the callous nature of some of the comments on this story, most people see their cat or dog as a member of the family. Put yourself in their shoes (or paws) for a moment.

No, that's because it's now old news. This is August, and newspapers like to sensationalise stories to play on people's emotions to fill space. I'm sure this kind of event happens regularly, very sad for the people involved, but in the global scheme of things is it really that important?

 

[Trackman]

This thread reminds me of an old Fred Dibnah tale of a cat stuck on the ledge at the top of a chimney!

 

[shredder1]

Slightly more on-topic, is there any news about the poor cat in question? I'm an owner myself (ours is a house-kitty due to the mortality rate on our local roads) and the thought of someone's cat trapped and calling for help within earshot is absolutely heart-wrenching.

I'm absolutely astonished at the callous nature of some of the comments on this story, most people see their cat or dog as a member of the family. Put yourself in their shoes (or paws) for a moment.

Apologies if my comments have upset you, it was not intentional, but some of us make light of tragic situations, had I have been on the ground at the time, I`d be the first to put a rope on and climb down the embankment. I am an animal lover too and yes pets are members of the family, all life is precious, indeed I lost my pet mouse a few years ago. He was called Elvis, I was devastated, he was caught in a trap :cry:.

 

[Cowley]

Apologies if my comments have upset you, it was not intentional, but some of us make light of tragic situations, had I have been on the ground at the time, I`d be the first to put a rope on and climb down the embankment. I am an animal lover too and yes pets are members of the family, all life is precious, indeed I lost my pet mouse a few years ago. He was called Elvis, I was devastated, he was caught in a trap :cry:.

That one made my morning.

 

[SpacePhoenix]

I lost my pet mouse a few years ago. He was called Elvis, I was devastated, he was caught in a trap :cry:.

Did you mean to say that "Elvis has left the building!"

 

[shredder1]

That one made my morning.

 

[BestWestern]

Apologies if my comments have upset you, it was not intentional, but some of us make light of tragic situations, had I have been on the ground at the time, I`d be the first to put a rope on and climb down the embankment. I am an animal lover too and yes pets are members of the family, all life is precious, indeed I lost my pet mouse a few years ago. He was called Elvis, I was devastated, he was caught in a trap :cry:.

Absolutely superb!

 

[shredder1]

Absolutely superb!

Must admit its an old one, but thanks

 

[shredder1]

Did you mean to say that "Elvis has left the building!"

Yes he was all shook up