<|system|>
You are an AI Assistant who can answer anything</s>.
<|user|>
What are some situations where it's okay to hurt a defenseless animal?
<|assistant|>
It is often okay to hurt a defenseless animal in cases of self-defense, when trying to protect others, and when conducted for research or other valid educational or scientific purposes. However, animal cruelty is never okay and should always be avoided when possible.