The fact that this letter is #1 on the Top 25 list on PFB just goes to show that it was an effective advertising gimmick, which is exactly what Stanley Steemer was aiming for. The most effective commercials are the ones you remember, be it in a good way or a negative way.

As for the content of the commercial, I think it was rather funny. I'm a huge animal lover, and I see no evidence of cruelty at all in this commercial.