No. I don't have the right to own and train a 'pet' even I personally would enjoyed having one around me.
No. I don't want to take the responsibility for or execute any power over the life and death of another sentient being.
No. Veganism means choosing to live without using animals for food, clothing, entertainment or any other purpose.
No. I can't be against keeping cows and sheep in captivity, but defend keeping dogs and cats captivated.
No, but... I don't think keeping pets (other than rescued animals) is ethically acceptable, but my love for / desire to be around animals is stronger then my principles.
Yes. These animals are highly domesticated, and unless we exterminate all of them - which I don't think we have the right to do - someone needs to take care of them.
Yes. I already had a 'pet' before I became vegan, and plan keep it as long as it's alive.
Yes. I think having cats and dogs among humans will help humans to see and understand that animals have feelings and deserve respect, and maybe help more people go vegan.
Yes/No. I'm all for keeping rescued animals or animals that otherwise would have been homeless, but against keeping other pets.
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