I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard that. The second you mention cruelty free or anything in that category people assume you are a PETA supporter. I am an animal rights supporter not a PETA supporter. There is a HUGE difference. I am against the killing of any living creature (which is why I’m working towards living a vegan life.)
Can you blame people for assuming this? No. PETA is a household name because of their antics. It’s the only “activist” group that most people know. But most people don’t do the research or even listen to PETA’s agenda. I’m sure many, many moons ago PETA started with good intentions but that is not the case today. Do your own research if you don’t know what I’m talking about an see for yourself.
But this post isn’t to expose PETA’s dirty secrets. It’s to inform people that there is a difference. Also to let people know if you are new and thinking of supporting them please take a trip to your local shelter and volunteer, donate a bag of dog food, or some toys. They are the real ones needing your support. We have rescued animals, my horse was a rescue, my ferret came out of a dumpster, and we took our pit home right before he ended up in the shelter. That is doing your part for animals.
May all beings be free from enmity;
May all beings be free from injury;
May all beings be free from suffering;
May all beings be happy.
Buddhist Prayer for Animals to be Free From Suffering.
**this anti PETA rant may piss some people off but these are my personal beliefs, to each it’s own.**
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Nice post, I basically think the same way. When I started to become interested in being active and passionate about helping animals, I turned to peta without thinking. But as time went by, I realised that they are not exactly what I want to support. I do give them a lot of credit for getting the word out though. Being there for people who are interested in facts and then each one can find their own way.
Best to you 🙂
Lou
http://vegantarianlifestyle.com
Very well put. 🙂 So many people disregard the importance of animal rights because they associate it with Peta’s ridiculous image. I wish it didn’t have to be that way!