. Now if the animal is owned by them, they you can call the ASPCA and fine his ass...
Venna said:
And it has been an uphill struggle to get here, but I've done it. And seeing him in this hopeless state.....isn't healthy for me. I find myself reverting back to the comforting aspects of my own depression because I am unable to deal with his. He has no hope, no life. And it's really taking it's toll on me.
I know how this feels, and how contagious depression can be, especially if you've been through it before. Don't be so sure that he doesn't want help though. When I went through depression, I pushed everyone away, even though all I wanted was for someone to be around and understand. He is lucky to have you, but he won't realise it until he fights his way out of his current state. Only he can do that. You can be there for him, like he has been there for you, and hopefully it'll be enough for him to realise he has something to fight for. Being there is all you can do. Take comfort in the knowledge that you are doing everything you can, and don't let his depression get you down. You are achieving more than you realise, but it still takes time. It took me five years, but I made it, and he can make it too if he knows there are people there for him. If you don't think he realises this, be direct and tell him. Hammer it into his head if you have to.
I hope things improve for both of you. 
