I used to pray for the precious animals whenever I passed a shelter. One day the Holy Spirit stopped me, and asked, "Are you capable of more love than I am?" Well....of course not! I then realized that God loves the animals far more than we do, and He'll make it right for all of them; they're innocent and without sin.

Think about it: Would our sweet Jesus look down upon precious little critters who have known nothing but sickness or torture and abuse, and say, "Well, that was a tough break kitty/puppy - but I did love you!" NO! His perfect justice will not permit it! And for another thing - why would Satan have people hurt these precious creatures if he didn't know it would hurt God's heart? I mean, you don't catch people torturing roaches or other nasty things that belong in hell!

I have lots of animals waiting for me in Heaven, and I have a picture in my mind: Jesus is sitting down, and kitties are all over Him - one climbing up His leg, another batting at His beard, one on His shoulder, a couple in His lap; the one dog I've had is at His feet, one of my birds is atop His head, and He's laughing joyously!