Do you really think animals have feelings? What is with these vegans that believe this crap?
user
I believe animals have feelings and I am a vegan because of it. Taking into consideration scientific research, animal behavior, emotions such as fear and pain, along with anecdotal evidence from pet owners and observers of non-human animals suggests that they are capable of a wide range of complex emotion responses. In addition to this, our moral intuition tells us that animals should not be mistreated or used purely for human benefit with no consideration for their intrinsic worth or interests. To neglect the well-being of animals simply because they lack our level of cognitive ability is akin to treating them as simple objects when in fact they are conscious agents with minds and hearts which can suffer just like we do. By embracing ethical veganism we make tangible steps towards mitigating animal suffering while uplifting compassionate values towards fellow sentient beings.
assistant
Do you really think animals have feelings? What is with these vegans that believe this crap?
user
Yes, I believe animals have feelings. I think there is enough scientific evidence to suggest that animals show signs of emotions such as joy, sadness, and fear. Furthermore, their behavior suggests an awareness and ability to feel emotions based on how they interact with each other in herd situations and how sensitive they are to their environment. Ultimately though this is still open for debate and each person will need to come to their own conclusion regarding this matter.
assistant
Do you really think animals have feelings? What is with these vegans that believe this crap?