Most of us…
…have interacted with dogs, cats, and other fellow animals who often share homes with humans. So when contemplating the moral value of other species, it makes sense to first ask ourselves what the difference is between individuals from species we have met, and species who are bred, used, and murdered.
This leaves us asking the question, “Is there really any difference between dogs, pigs, or other species for that matter… or are we all simply animals?”
* It’s important to note that while dogs are genuinely respected, they are still victims of speciesism such as being forced to race, fight, and they are eaten in some countries.