Redditor Considering Going No-Contact With Mother-In-Law After She Suggests They Put Down Their Cat

Meet Franklin the cat, who's the true star of this story. Franklin had a rocky start with a urethral obstruction that had everyone on edge. But with a vet mom and some good fortune, he pulled through.

After a recent health scare, highlighted by color-changing litter, Franklin is doing just fine, thank you very much.

Now, enter the mother-in-law, the unsolicited advice pro and, apparently, a wannabe cat entrepreneur. As the cat saga unfolds, she hits OP with this gem: "You know those things are for life, right? You'd probably be better just putting him down." Hold up, what? Franklin is thriving; the last thing he needs is an early retirement plan!

But no, the mother-in-law isn't finished. She casually suggests selling one of her kittens as a replacement because, according to her, cats are just interchangeable pieces of furniture, right? Wrong. Franklin isn't just a cat; he's family, and OP is having none of that "just get a new one" attitude.

OP, our vet with a heart as big as her love for her cats, calmly explains that Franklin is a happy, normal, lazy furball who needs a bit of extra care. She even brushes off the euthanization suggestion with a level of grace that deserves applause.

But alas, the mother-in-law is relentless, making snarky comments throughout the night about attachments to "just animals."

Let's take a breather. Pets, for many of us, are not just animals; they're family, pals, and emotional support in a world that can get overwhelming. They're the fluffballs of joy that make everything a tad bit better. So, when someone casually suggests putting them down like yesterday's leftovers, it's bound to hit a nerve.

OP's partner and the siblings do their best to shut down the mother-in-law's absurd suggestions, but the night is officially soured. It's not just about a cat; it's about respect for personal choices and boundaries.