@we_are_gabriel: An elderly woman in Shanghai, identified only by her surname Liu, changed her will after saying her three adult children rarely visited, contacted or cared for her, even when she was ill. She had originally planned to leave them her fortune of about 20 million yuan, roughly $2.8 million. Instead, Liu decided that the money should be used to care for her cats, dogs and any offspring they may have, saying her pets had provided the companionship she felt was missing from her family. Because pets cannot directly inherit money under Chinese law, a local veterinary clinic was appointed to manage the funds and ensure the animals are cared for. Her unusual decision sparked widespread discussion about family relationships, loneliness and the bond people form with their pets. #PetInheritance #ShanghaiStory #AnimalCompanionship #decisions