Animal Cruelty Cases or Not?

A Case for Animal Cruelty or Not? The local Parks department has declared that the township is being overrun by deer. The population has grown so quickly that the food supply has not been able to keep pace. Deer are ruining crops and killing trees as a result of stripping bark from their trunks. A township task force is recommending an extended sports hunting season and lifting the limit of one deer per hunter to two deer per hunter. Cruel or Not Cruel? Why?

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A Case for Animal Cruelty or Not?  Bull fighting is a form of entertainment in France, Spain, Portugal, Mexico, and Latin America. During a bullfight, bulls are deliberately angered and injured, and the finale is often the death of the bull.  Supporters of bullfighting argue that it is a culturally important tradition, just as rodeos are in other parts of the world. Cruel or Not Cruel? Why?

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A Case for Animal Cruelty or Not? Ethel, a 30-year-old performing circus elephant, has developed arthritis in her hind legs rendering her unable to perform. Concerned that she would be unable to survive without constant attention and care, her owner has applied for a permit to put her down. Cruel or Not Cruel? Why?

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A Case for Animal Cruelty or Not? Greyhound Racing is an important part of the economy in some cities. There are currently 34 tracks in 13 states. It takes an average of 1000 greyhounds to keep a track running.  Racing greyhounds are considered by their breeders to be short term, disposable investments, and between 5,000 and 9,000 greyhounds are killed each year. Cruel or Not Cruel? Why?