I have to agree that when it comes down to one or the other, people should certainly come first. I don't neccessarily subscribe to the "Fuck the Animals" plan though.

I do really feel for those people who are forced to leave their pets behind. Having grown up in a family that always had dogs I know they do become part of the family regardless of the fact that they are just an animal. For some of these people, especially those without a spouse or children, being forced to leave their pet behind is just as much a blow as being forced to leave a family member. It's just sad.