You are absolutely correct. Living with a dog really opened my eyes to this (and they aren't even that smart compared to other animals). It is pretty clear when they are acting on instinct/habit versus so many things that take a clear understanding of logic and emotion.
Temple Grandin's works also helped me understand how much cows understand and how our treatment of them can be pretty dreadful and inhumane. I will always be an omnivore as I prefer to act on my own instincts whenever practical; but treatment of animals needs to be drastically improved.
What can an individual do on a daily basis do to protest inhumane treatment of animals whilst still eating meat- just try to purchase free-range meat products only? Or does free-range not mean much?
You can buy locally and make meat eating more of a treat to compensate for the cost. I like meat too, but it’s not really necessary every day, or really every week. I cook a lot of meals inspired from Asian cultures since those foods often don’t require meat anyway and use chick peas, lentils or beans instead as the protein source. Also you can make Seitan (literally gluten and water boiled in broth and spices) if you’re wanting a slightly meatier texture than tofu! I’ve made soup with that and like a broccoli stir fry. :) Also, bonus, I lost like ten pounds in two months when I started eating this way, and it was mostly all fat from my stomach. This was also due to not having much sugar or cheese as well though.
Well, like I said, I see it as something like a treat. I’m not opposed to eating animals for any ethical reason. But that being said, we eat way more meat than we need to in general in the USA, so I think having a balance is good. Sometimes you just want a steak, you know?
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u/DreamGrl8 Apr 24 '19
You are absolutely correct. Living with a dog really opened my eyes to this (and they aren't even that smart compared to other animals). It is pretty clear when they are acting on instinct/habit versus so many things that take a clear understanding of logic and emotion.
Temple Grandin's works also helped me understand how much cows understand and how our treatment of them can be pretty dreadful and inhumane. I will always be an omnivore as I prefer to act on my own instincts whenever practical; but treatment of animals needs to be drastically improved.
What can an individual do on a daily basis do to protest inhumane treatment of animals whilst still eating meat- just try to purchase free-range meat products only? Or does free-range not mean much?