Animal Ethics
MARCH 5, 2007
I don't expect that many readers will be converted to the cause of animal rights by reading this book. Indeed, the ability of intelligent and educated people to avoid confronting the issue, or to offer endless evasions and rationalizations of delay on a question as straightforward as vegetarianism, even when they have heard and (reluctantly) accepted the argument in favor, is astonishing as well as depressing.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Animal Ethics
DECEMBER 24, 2007
To the Editor: Re “ Locavore, Get Your Gun ,” by Steven Rinella (Op-Ed, Dec. 14): To the animals being slaughtered, it does not matter whether their killers are local or whether they will be eaten or displayed on a wall. Their suffering is the same. Hunting is cruel and cowardly, and any attempt to rationalize or gain acceptance for it as a sport does not eradicate this fact.
Animal Ethics
DECEMBER 22, 2007
Here is a New York Times story about the growing problem of vehicle-animal collisions.
Animal Ethics
DECEMBER 19, 2007
The horrific practice in China of skinning cats and dogs alive for their fur must go down as one of the worst cases of sustained mass cruelty to animals in human history. Every year, more than 2,000,000 cats and dogs are skinned alive in China for their fur. They are left to die slowly in shock and excruciating agony and their bodies fed to the other animals being reared for the slaughter.
Animal Rights Zone brings together the best content for animal advocates and activists from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Animal Ethics
DECEMBER 18, 2007
To the Editor: Re “ An 8-Second Ride Lures Sponsors Beyond the Rodeo ” (Advertising column, Dec. 11): So bull riding could represent the next big thing in corporate sports sponsorship. Even private equity is getting in on the action, with one manager believing this could be the next Nascar. This is music to the ears of advertisers. But bulls are not cars, but rather living beings that experience pain and suffering.
Animal Ethics
DECEMBER 17, 2007
The National Park Service has announced a plan to cull the Rocky Mountain National Park elk herd with sharpshooters.
Animal Ethics
DECEMBER 14, 2007
Here is a Wall Street Journal column about foie gras.
Animal Ethics
DECEMBER 13, 2007
Here is a New York Times story about man's best friend.
Animal Ethics
DECEMBER 8, 2007
12-8-87. There was a senseless killing last night. Someone entered the premises of the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum , cut the lock on the bighorn sheep exhibit, and shot the male bighorn to death. Then—and here's the grisly part—the assailant cut the sheep's head off. It has not been found. Police officers speculate that the killing was cult related.
Animal Ethics
NOVEMBER 30, 2007
To post comments on this blog from now on, you must use your full name. No pseudonyms, nicknames, noms de plume, or online personae. Don't be a coward. If you have something to contribute to public discourse, take responsibility for it. You know who Mylan and I are; why should we and the other readers not know who you are? Think about it.
Animal Ethics
NOVEMBER 29, 2007
There are no experimental data to support the hypothesis that increases in human hydrocarbon use or in atmospheric carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases are causing or can be expected to cause unfavorable changes in global temperatures, weather, or landscape. There is no reason to limit human production of CO 2 , CH 4 , and other minor greenhouse gases as has been proposed.
Animal Ethics
NOVEMBER 28, 2007
Dear Animal Ethics bloggers: We posted a story today about Matthew Hiasl Pan. I hope you’ll take a look.
Advertisement
Navigated 360° tours, like YourVRTours, advance pipelines by engaging clients further along the sales funnel. These immersive experiences provide comprehensive property insights, increasing buyer intent and readiness. By embracing navigated tours, agents can optimize property exposure, better qualify leads, and streamline the sales process. Stay ahead in the ever-evolving real estate landscape with innovative technology that elevates buyer journeys and progresses pipelines more effectively.
Animal Ethics
NOVEMBER 28, 2007
I started this blog four years ago today. Where did the time go? There have been 74,220 visitors to the blog. That's an average of 50.8 per day (counting the leap-year day of 2004). The blog's readership has increased each year. Here are the figures: First year: 12,007 visitors Second year: 14,655 visitors Third year: 16,158 visitors Fourth year: 31,400 visitors Thank you for visiting.
Animal Ethics
NOVEMBER 27, 2007
11-27-87. Today—the day after Thanksgiving—is traditionally the busiest retail sales day of the year. Needless to say, I stayed away from the stores. But I saw on television that certain animal-rights activists demonstrated against the wearing of furs. It was obviously orchestrated; and it succeeded in getting television, radio, and newspaper attention.
Animal Ethics
NOVEMBER 26, 2007
To the Editor: It is disappointing that our government plans to keep approximately 550 chimpanzees in the laboratories where they reside, rather than provide them a sanctuary they deserve (“ After Hard Labor, a Soft Landing ,” special Giving section, Nov. 12). Many chimpanzees in American labs are simply being warehoused—some for more than 50 years—wasting taxpayer money that could be spent better to help alleviate and cure human diseases.
Animal Ethics
NOVEMBER 25, 2007
To the Editor: Re “ Child Matadors Draw Olés in Mexico’s Bullrings ” (front page, Nov. 19): It is so sad to see children being taught to torture and kill calves. For what? The tradition and glory of bullfighting? Please! Bullfighting is simply prolonged animal torture. Most children start life with a love and reverence of animals. Cruelty and disregard for them are taught.
Animal Ethics
NOVEMBER 24, 2007
To the Editor: Re “ The Bluefin Slaughter ” (editorial, Nov. 17): As a young man I was privileged to work for and to know Capt. Charles A. Mayo II of Provincetown, Mass. He was the legendary sport fishing captain of the Chantey I, II and III, the inventor of skip baits and a lover of the oceans. On a late summer day in the 1960s, we stood on McMillan wharf in Provincetown harbor watching as the Silver Fox came steaming into port after setting the first purse seine around a school of giant bluefi
Animal Ethics
NOVEMBER 22, 2007
Hi Mylan, We just posted an article " Top 50 Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurants in the World." I thought I'd bring it to your attention just in case you think your readers would find it interesting. Either way, thanks for your time!
Animal Ethics
NOVEMBER 14, 2007
Hi Keith— In case you want to put a link on Animal Ethics— here 's a post about traditional Eskimo whaling and the perennial question, what to eat for Thanksgiving dinner. Complete with recipe!
Animal Ethics
NOVEMBER 11, 2007
Those of you who think highly of Jimmy Carter might find this interesting.
Animal Ethics
NOVEMBER 8, 2007
Dolphins appear to have saved a human from a shark. See here.
Animal Ethics
NOVEMBER 8, 2007
"I did not become a vegetarian for my health. I did it for the health of the chickens.
Animal Ethics
NOVEMBER 1, 2007
This past October was the best month ever for this blog, in terms of number of visitors. There were 3,404 visitors during October, which is an average of 109.8 visitors per day. The previous record for monthly visitors was 2,825. If you're the author or publisher of a book on animal ethics, please send me a copy so that I can add it to the bibliography.
Animal Ethics
OCTOBER 30, 2007
To the Editor: Re “ Two Pigs ” (The Rural Life, Oct. 25): Thank you for another thoughtful piece by Verlyn Klinkenborg, who admirably makes the point that taking an animal’s life should not be a cavalier endeavor. As a longtime vegan with three vegan-from-birth children, I would like to suggest that since vegetarians are generally healthier than meat eaters, there is no excuse for compassionate people to eat animals.
Animal Ethics
OCTOBER 28, 2007
Hi Keith, I love your blog and have added it to my blogroll. It would be great if you could do the same for me :-) My blog is www.animalblog.co.
Animal Ethics
OCTOBER 27, 2007
10-27-87 Tuesday. I’m troubled by certain advertisements that have recently appeared on television. They’re apparently produced by the beef industry. The slogan is “Beef: Real Food for Real People”. I’ve seen two actors so far: James Garner and Cybill Shepherd. In the Garner ads, he talks about eating “real food” rather than vegetables and other fare, then sits back with a large, juicy steak.
Animal Ethics
OCTOBER 23, 2007
Justice consists in giving each person his or her due. What do the culprits in this incident deserve?
Animal Ethics
OCTOBER 22, 2007
Vegetarianism is overdetermined. If all you care about is animals, you should be a vegetarian. If all you care about is the natural environment, you should be a vegetarian. If all you care about is yourself , you should be a vegetarian. If all you care about is human beings, you should be a vegetarian. If all you care about is your children, you should be a vegetarian.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
46 
Let's personalize your content