I can speak first hand of Ryan's love for all animals. I'm his dad. Ryan has grown up in a pet friendly environment in Upstate N.Y. We always had Dogs, cats, lizards & many other pets throughout the years. His grandfather, Is like a animal whisperer if you will. lol. He feeds the deer by calling them & shaking a can with cracked corn. He raised many ducks at a small pond next to his house. He saved a wild turkey & brought it back to good health & then set it free. So as you can see, Ryan has had a very loving & nurturing upbringing. Not to mention he's a great musician & a wonderful son...:)