Wild animals for our amusement #14

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As humans, we seem to have this constant need to pet, domesticate, or even use wild animals for our amusement.

And that’s not cool.

Why?

First of all, it causes severe stress and anxiety for the animals, suppressing their natural behaviours, and often leading to physical harm. Also, wild animals are unpredictable and can be aggressive towards people if they feel threatened or stressed.

Second, the environments in which these animals are kept are typically inadequate, and the food doesn’t meet their nutritional needs, which will eventually lead to their physical and mental deterioration.

In addition, when animals are being used for human amusement, they have detrimental effects on conservation efforts, contributing to population declines and disrupting ecosystems.

While some people believe they have good intentions when interacting with wild animals, these intentions do not alleviate the stress, anxiety, and physical harm, nor do they address the suppression of natural behaviours and loss of autonomy.

True respect for animals means allowing them to live freely in their natural habitats and supporting genuine conservation initiatives.

You've been cool'd!

#themoreyoureadthemoreyouknow 

#becool