Yes, abandon to drown the being that sleeps at your feet, or on your shoulders, who has given you unconditional love and is totally dependent upon you for survival.
I pity the life you have had that could lead you to think this way.
"Sorry,Grandmother of hoosierham...I know that the flood waters are up to your nose but we have no room in the boat.You see,we have Fido,Fluffy,Killer,Lady and four parakeet cages onboard.There may be room on the next rescue boat that comes along"