[Sixto]

Originally Posted by Kenny_C.002

Why not vet? Considering that it's not a job that's being frowned upon anyways. I do have issues with people who value a non-human animal's life over a human's life, but I don't get that vibe from you. You do have a very common belief amongst vegetarians and animal lovers in general.

I really don't understand the part about "seeing pain" doesn't leave room for humane treatment of animals. It does, considering that we have known methods to minimize pain in animals, and it is required by law to practice these methods. That's why I don't think it's a bad thing to have such experimentations on animals as long as the laws are reinforced. As I have said, the animals in experiments are in general treated better than the majority of humans.

I don't consider a human life more valuable than a human's, but sometimes (although it may sound crazy) I think they should be considered equal, especially when a person is purposely abusing an animal. If it must be done for our well being, fine. But I'd rather not see it happen or think about it.

Just like watching Animal Planet: when I see a calf, in pain, trying to escape the grip or a lioness, there's nothing that can be done. It's life. In this case, (in a way) we are the lioness and the calf is the animal being experimented on. It's life. And it's important for our life.

Although, I am relieved to hear that experiments are causing less pain on animals. But I can't support or condone it. =\