Ever endeavour in life takes compromise and a willingness to cooperate on mutual goals. It does not work out well when it is only one person's dream. You also need good open communication. In this case, the animals are innocent bystanders waiting for a catastrophe to happen. There are times in our lives when all we can do is stand by and watch it happen. People will only accept help when they want it, not before. An old saying: You can lead a horse to water, but you can't make him drink" still holds true.