If we can't treat the other creatures of this earth right, how our we ever going to fix our humanitarian problems?

Ooh, I think you got that so close.
Should say 'if we cant treat our brothers right, how do you expect we will treat our animals?'

Believe me, I think people are as evil as you, but they still come before animals to me. I bet to you too. I just really think before we complain about this we should go to Africa. And from there rest of world. And after were all good, Ill fight for the animals with ya. Dont think I am not for animal rights I have been in my share of groups. I just think hypocritical when there are PEOPLE starving and being slaughterred. I still wont give up meat though

If we're so worried about animals all of a sudden, perhaps we should pay more attention to the de-forestation of the dwindling rainforests across the globe. We could save a few million species easy! And what about the chemicals we keep dumping into the groundwater? That's going to adversely affect our environment, the local animals, AND the people in the area. And what about the massive island of plastic floating in the pacific? Maybe we should do something about that, perhaps consider laying off on making EVERYDAMNTHING out of plastic???

I sympathize with those who are big dolphin lovers, it's horrible to see anything that you find that beautiful and special brutally slaughtered for no apparent reason. But I think we need to take stock via the bigger picture and decide who/what/where is being hurt the most RIGHT NOW and start changing things there!

On a seperate note, those advocating vegan/vegetarian lifestyles....I respect your opinions, but human beings are omnivores, anybody with any knowledge of anatomy/biology/dentistry could give you the reasons why. Hint: Consider the way in which our jaws are constructed, the kind of teeth that we have in our melons.

Btw, it has been proven that plant-life has certain biological responses that indicate there may be some form of sentience there. As ridiculous as that may sound to you, keep in mind that we humans do not even know what "consciousness" is or where it comes from in ourselves.

HHmfffphphfff............!
The human nature prob would be a novel prob 2 approach with honesty,with opn eyes.

If one was to approach it honestly,with real intention to make change,correction if you will..........

One would be a terrorist.

Just look around you......

Why is it that we humans see this as horrific, but don't even bat an eye at the million of fish killed everyday.

Did the dolphins go to waste? I doubt it.

Are dolphins better than fish?

What's the porpoise of freaking out about it.

I know, my wife loves dolphins to.

I just find it odd that we value some animals more than others.

Oddly enough, it seems that some of the most intelligent and creative
people end up with this "who cares, let 'em die" attitude. Probably
because they are shrewd enough to see what really is going on in this
world. That plus the world offers little opportunity for their talents
to be appreciated.

I think the people who are being callous here have a legitimate
reason for doing so. It's a natural reactionto living in a F*****
up world where killing and cruelty have become the norm. It isn't
easy to hang on to your humanity or your empathy for other living
beings these days - society is trying to make us all into empty shells
that were once humans. People that think or feel don't make very
good citizens or workers since they just can't seem to follow orders!

If these word apply to you know that you are in grave danger. Go
ahead and laugh at the notion - that's natural too, but in a quiet
moment you will know that I am right. Are you really happy or are
you just hanging on to your own smugness because you're afraid
without it you will be exposed for the vulnerable caring, feeling
person that you actually are?

You're ok, you've just been mislead. Treat others as you would
have them treat you, then extend that idea to all life. I think
you'll be happier with yourself and life, it worked for me anyway.
You can let your guard down, there are other thinking and feeling
humans out here who will stand by you.
Regards.


[edit on 17-9-2009 by Asktheanimals]

Dolphins are proven to be a highly intelligent species,they have even save countless human lives. I would consider them to be one of the most prized marine animals ever. It is despicable that the Japanese would stoop this low,i thought they had a little more respect for nature. I'm sure Waken Tanka will not be happy.Maybe he will send them a nice typhoon!

Originally posted by kingswillquiver

Are dolphins better than fish?
What's the porpoise of freaking out about it.

Now that's a funny typo!!!

Originally posted by Mpriebe81
Btw, it has been proven that plant-life has certain biological responses that indicate there may be some form of sentience there. As ridiculous as that may sound to you, keep in mind that we humans do not even know what "consciousness" is or where it comes from in ourselves.

I am so glad you brought that up. I've been meaning to post about this in several threads. No matter what you consume, something had to be killed to do it.

All I can say is, is that its awful. My girlfriends big into dolphins, she keeps nagging me to take her to Ontario for that amusement park and when I showed her this she cried, she just broke into tears. Star and Flag for you man, great find.

Thank you for posting this up!
This message has got to be spread.

Gotta translate this film into russian.

Oops that last post was not meant for you, but I love your energy so I starred you anyway.

Killing these very intelligent creatures is abhorrent. I hope The Cove documentary gets a lot of exposure.

Sad, really sad to see that humans cannot coexist with other creatures, damn they can´t even coexist with themselves!
But it´s good to know that those dolphins goed to a better place so it´s
Dolphins 1- Humans 0

But i still think this people should be punished for making those poor dolphins suffer.

[edit on 26-9-2009 by Bildeberg]