Why I Don’t Use the Words “Pet” or “Owner”

Tatiana August
Pet Owner vs Animal Guardian: Why Words Matter | Soulful Animal Connections
Why I Don't Use the Words "Pet" or "Owner" Have you ever stopped to think about the words we use to describe our relationships with animals?

You’ll rarely hear me use the words pet or owner. Not because I’m being overly sensitive about language, but because the words we use shape how we see and relate to animals. For generations, society has viewed animals through a lens of ownership. The word pet historically describes an animal kept for human enjoyment, amusement,… The post Why I Don’t Use the Words “Pet” or “Owner” appeared first on Soulful Animal Connections.

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