A dog was found with her muzzle taped shut, the lives of performing Orcas have been cut from 30 years to nine years, the United States still allows for testing on chimpanzees, and a recent investigation at Foster Farms detailed that chickens were being punched and plucked alive. This is merely the surface of what we hear about animal cruelty but more lies beneath.
Animal cruelty is not a new issue in the United States; however, it is an issue that does not get enough attention. Animal cruelty goes far beyond the parameters of the domestic cat, dog, or bird. The harsh treatment and torture of animals extends into medical research, factory farming, and the entertainment business. Many non-profit organizations have been created to speak for those …show more content…
According to the USDA in 2010 an approximate 97,000 animals suffered pain during experiments while being given no anesthesia for relief. Furthermore, even though the Animal Welfare Act was passed for these purposes the act does not cover rats, mice, fish, and birds which make up about 95% of animal used in research.
There are organizations that stress the importance of animal research and advocate on this behalf. Michael Stebbins, member of the BioMedical Research, states, “ Many people believe that animal research is done only to benefit humans. In fact, people and animals share about 50 of the same diseases. Doctors and veterinarians share almost 100 of the same medicines to heal humans and animals.”
In regards to animal cruelty one must ask if indeed this issue is blown out of proportion because do animals feel pain and/or emotions? If so, what is currently being done for them to end this …show more content…
A recent study on rats determined their ability to dream of a better future thus showing importance because it shows the cognitive and emotional lives of animals on experiencing different ranges of emotions.
According to Zandra Anderson, Texas Dog Lawyer, states, “Animal cruelty punishments have increased gradually over the years, but punishment in most cases is still light.” Animal cruelty is regarded as misdemeanor or a felony depending of the severity of the case but most cases fall within misdemeanors. Again why not tougher punishments? Anderson states, “Space is an issue so if they have to choose between a child abuser and animal abuser going to jail, you can see what the choice will be.” Animal cruelty exists and even though regulations and laws have not changed drastically to protect animals from abuse awareness has. Thanks to social media, more cases are being investigated and allow for the general public to become aware of this issue and better educated to make a difference.
By having increased awareness and knowledge a better future awaits for animals of all
Animal cruelty is not a new issue in the United States; however, it is an issue that does not get enough attention. Animal cruelty goes far beyond the parameters of the domestic cat, dog, or bird. The harsh treatment and torture of animals extends into medical research, factory farming, and the entertainment business. Many non-profit organizations have been created to speak for those …show more content…
According to the USDA in 2010 an approximate 97,000 animals suffered pain during experiments while being given no anesthesia for relief. Furthermore, even though the Animal Welfare Act was passed for these purposes the act does not cover rats, mice, fish, and birds which make up about 95% of animal used in research.
There are organizations that stress the importance of animal research and advocate on this behalf. Michael Stebbins, member of the BioMedical Research, states, “ Many people believe that animal research is done only to benefit humans. In fact, people and animals share about 50 of the same diseases. Doctors and veterinarians share almost 100 of the same medicines to heal humans and animals.”
In regards to animal cruelty one must ask if indeed this issue is blown out of proportion because do animals feel pain and/or emotions? If so, what is currently being done for them to end this …show more content…
A recent study on rats determined their ability to dream of a better future thus showing importance because it shows the cognitive and emotional lives of animals on experiencing different ranges of emotions.
According to Zandra Anderson, Texas Dog Lawyer, states, “Animal cruelty punishments have increased gradually over the years, but punishment in most cases is still light.” Animal cruelty is regarded as misdemeanor or a felony depending of the severity of the case but most cases fall within misdemeanors. Again why not tougher punishments? Anderson states, “Space is an issue so if they have to choose between a child abuser and animal abuser going to jail, you can see what the choice will be.” Animal cruelty exists and even though regulations and laws have not changed drastically to protect animals from abuse awareness has. Thanks to social media, more cases are being investigated and allow for the general public to become aware of this issue and better educated to make a difference.
By having increased awareness and knowledge a better future awaits for animals of all