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I and the Bird: What is a Vulture?

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As impressive as these birds are, many species, particularly in southern Asia , have seen precipitous population declines having to do somewhat with the old habitat issues that plague animals around the world , but more to do with the widespread use of anti-inflammatory drugs on cattle, who then die and are eaten by vultures who are poisoned.

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An Affront to the Idea of Family

Animal Person

That's one of the reasons adopting wasn't a stretch for me at all mentally. The idea of family is currently being used by the dairy industry in a series of commercials with the tag line: "99% of dairy farms are family owned." Just ask former cattle rancher Howard Lyman , who is now a vegan and animal rights activist.

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On tonight, Dog Whisperer and DogTown!

4 The Love Of Animals

Cesar’s Australian adventure is not over yet — he meets Australian red cattle dog Astro, who barks incessantly at the oddest activities, including making the bed, riding a bike or carrying an object out of the house. Tags: tv. In this special destination episode, Cesar gets a taste of Australian wildlife … in canine form.

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Moral Vegetarianism, Part 8 of 13

Animal Ethics

One ought to adopt the best means. Cattle might be overproduced because of government subsidies and new markets found for meat. Tags: Moral Vegetarianism. One argument is this: The present practice of treating animals used for food is immoral and should be changed. Consequently, one ought not to eat meat.