But that's a ridiculous comparison because cats and dogs are not toddlers, and treating them like they are isn't going to solve the problem? For example, when

But that's a ridiculous comparison because cats and dogs are not toddlers, and treating them like they are isn't going to solve the problem? For example, when you leave a group of toddlers alone for a few days, you don't end up with an entirely new batch of toddlers two months later. That right there changes the dynamic of the issue pretty seriously, and you're just hand-waving that away. Granting cats and dogs the rights of toddlers or autistic individuals means you're giving up the right to spay or neuter your pet; nobody would advocate for sterilizing a toddler, but many very reasonable people advocate for sterilizing house pets, and for good reasons.