WHY we're leaving animals off the plate at events
Nonhuman animals are amazing! We open our hearts and homes to animals in need and know that they enrich our lives as much as we save theirs. Most of us want to see them happy and free from suffering.
Here's the thing: Over 98% of the animals that suffer and die at the hands of humans are farmed animals. Many species have been considered “edible” historically, but they are no different in their capacity to feel joy, pain, and fear than the animals with whom we share our homes. Rabbits, chickens, pigs, and other species suffer immensely on farms—far worse and in far greater numbers than dogs and cats. They deserve our consideration, too. This is where we come in. As an organization dedicated to protecting animals, we have chosen to leave them off the plate at our events. Here's why. EATING ANIMAL PRODUCTS ALWAYS CAUSES SUFFERING
Same Beginning. Same End.
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THE PARADOX OF "HUMANE" FARMING
The desire for the improved treatment of farmed animals is based on the idea that it’s wrong to subject animals to unnecessary harm. Yet killing animals that we do not need to eat is the ultimate act of unnecessary harm.
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The slaughtering of an animal is a bloody and violent act, |
WHY LOVE ONE BUT EAT THE OTHER?
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THE ENVIRONMENT AND HUMAN HEALTH
...the human appetite for animal flesh is a driving force behind virtually |
PUT YOUR COMPASSION INTO ACTION
We strive to help animals at every opportunity.
The food at our events is a wonderful way for us to show our commitment to helping animals. We are proud to have joined the hundreds of animal agencies that are choosing to adopt a humane, healthy and sustainable menu policy. Thanks for your support! |
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http://freefromharm.org/animal-products-and-ethics/a-comprehensive-analysis-of-the-humane-farming-myth/
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http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/06/15/are-pigs-intelligent_n_7585582.html
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