People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals

Animal Abuse has been a problem around the world for as long as one can remember billions of defenseless animals being harmed and tortured, that has all changed when one powerful woman decided to put her foot down. Ingrid Newkirk has made a huge impact on the ethical treatment of animals as well as helped spread awareness around the world, by establishing the world’s largest animal rights activist organization PETA. Ingrid Newkirk was born in Surrey, England where she was raised for seven…

many people don’t even realize. In society, we use the guinea pig as a symbol of being the first to try something, typically a dangerous task or unpalatable concoction. No one wants to be the guinea pig. When our friend tries an unknown food and it turns out to be delicious, there is a beneficial outcome to them being the guinea pig. Other people then eat the food and it becomes a learning experience. The literal meaning behind the expression, to perform tests on guinea pigs and alike animals…

Animal Testing: A Cruel Abuse or Vital Aspect of Research? As technology, medication, and new products are being altered and developed, animal testing labs are growing greatly in size (Casey). The term “animal testing” refers to the experimentation and studies conducted on living animals in the name of science. In fact, it is believed that over 115 million animals each year are being used in laboratory tests (Paterson). The testing, once restricted to only rodents like mice, rats, rabbits, etc.…

The Benefits and Environmental Impacts of Animal Testing In the scientific community, the impacts of using animals in research have been debated for hundreds of years. Those who have interests in the matter analyze the history behind it and statistics surrounding its current use to see whether animal testing should continue. One end of the debate, the use of both domesticated and wild animals in scientific experiments has been praised for its contributions to scientific and medical advancements…

Animal rights is an idea that non-human animals should be entitled to their own lives, and that they should be afforded similar consideration as human. I will argue that it is a better option for humans not to accept animal rights, and I will offer three reasons to support this claim. Firstly, Animal rights is limiting to the advancement in human health. Secondly, there are alternatives to accepting the Animal rights. Finally, Animal rights does not support animal control, which is important for…

Oxendine English 1301 October, 2017 ANIMAL TESTING Animals have been companions to humans for centuries. Animals help us farm more efficiently, reach far places by riding on them, and we even used them for food when required. Since ancient times scientists also experimented on animals to test new techniques of treatment(Of mice and men: the evolution of animal welfare guidelines for cancer research). Evaluating new chemical to potentially cure diseases and help people survive longer. Much…

The Moral Controversy on Using Animal for Research Historically, the health and well being of humans have taken precedent over those of animals’. Only recently have animal “rights” become a major and sometimes controversial topic in the general public. The controversy is inflamed by the fact that it is common practice to use animals for medical research. Different people have many different views on this topic. Is it humane to experiment on animals? Does a life-saving vaccine warrant the pain…

Animals or Humans? Animal Testing, animal experimentation, and animal research are all considered the same thing. It refers to the experimentation carried out on animals whether it is conducted in universities, medical schools, pharmaceutical companies or farms. It is used to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of medication and household products to cosmetics and pesticides, as well as find out exactly how the human body moves and functions. Millions of innocent animals are investigated or…

during the Holocaust. This is how millions of animals feel everyday in labs all over the world; so why are these cruel methods still actively used? Alternative methods are readily available, so why do we still practice animal testing? I feel most, if not all, forms of animal testing are cruel, inaccurate, and unnecessary. Most forms, if not every form, of animal testing are cruel and inhumane. One major example of this: “Over one hundred million animals are burned, crippled, poisoned, and…

Animal Rights Did you know that some animals on earth are being more and more abused because of animal cruelty? Around 900-2000 animals are abused every year. In 2007 1880 animals were being abused. 64.5% (1212) Involved dogs. 18% (337) involved cats. 25% (470) involved other animals. I think that this is horrible and they should stop animal abuse Over 115 million animals are being tested for food, drugs, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and more. Some examples of these animals are rats…