yet the fact that dogs, cats, whales and many other edible animals are also high in protein doesn’t then make us feel differently about consuming them. Imagine how people would react if someone bred dogs into existence, gave them six months of life and then cut their throats with the justification: ‘I gave them a good life, I cut their throat humanely, I like how they taste and they’re a good source of essential nutrients, such as protein and zinc. Besides, people have been eating dogs for thousands of years, and it’s not right for you to force your views on me.’ It’s interesting that millions
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