Hello all,
Please read the article and be prepared for the discussion. This is a hot topic in Canada.
http://www.cbc.ca/news/opinion/declawing-ban-1.4438082
- How do you feel about de-clawing cats? Is it unethical?
- Are cats de-clawed in your home country?
- Would you de-claw your cat for any reason? Why do you think some people de-claw cats?
- Last week, we talked about animal rights. Do you think de-clawing goes against animal rights?
- Some dogs have been de-barked. Please think about this and consider the same questions above (1, 2, 3, 4).
- What are other things pet owners do to their pets? eg. a strange haircult
- Do you think any of these things make pets unhappy? Do you think they care?
- Should the government ban things like de-clawing and de-barking? Why?