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Originally Posted by AltaGuy
I don't really have much of an opinion on the welfare of animals, but as someone who does consider themselves a bit "green", and who worries about GHGs, arable land, etc. - commercial farming (cows, really) does give me a pang of angst everytime I bite into a delicious steak.
Seems to me that meat should really be very expensive given the resources those suckers consume for us to consume them.
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Almonds are pretty bad for consuming resources too.
This discussion will just go in circles because it all depends on the user's ethical code which is highly subjective.
For instance, I've slaughtered animals before, but I very much consider myself respectful of the animals life and the food it's body provides to me. Someone else though might be abhorred by that statement.
I love dogs and I think they are great companions. However, my preference is for big dogs, and I believe big dogs belong outside. Since I don't have an acrage, I choose not to own a dog so the dog doesn't suffer a cooped up life.
Everyone's personal rules and ethics can vary greatly.