Veganism: Thoughts?

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Hi all,

I'm become a vegan over the last couple of weeks. I just cannot stand the cruel treatment of animals in the food industry. I think it's disgusting.

I respect anyone who eats meat, drinks milk, etc. so I just wanted to get your opinions on veganism and vegetarianism?

 

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It's pointless and stupid.

You did ask..

Fair enough mate . I respect your opinion.

 

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Something I just remembered actually: there is a theory that some animals (cows particularly I think it was) allowed themselves to be exploited to ensure their survival. The theory goes that they would have become extinct long ago if it weren't for us, so in a way, we help them.

This isn't changing my opinion on being a vegan (although I do chop and change: I've only been a vegan for a few months, on and off), but I do like to give a balanced argument as much as possible.

 

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I support your cause, but cows did not make a conscious decision between themselves to be exploited to ensure their survival.

Ahh fair enough. That further cements my position to be a vegan.

 

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Yeah this.

OP do you have pets?

Yes.

I stand by this: I wouldn't eat a dog, so why would I eat a cow?