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Sickened_but_curious14 karma

That is because what we know as sheep is not a product of evolution, but "man made". We took the anchestors of the modern sheep races and selected their offspring for generations, so that they produce more and more wool. If you would now release modern sheep breeds into wild, a lot of them would overheat, depending on the region and breeds.

It's similar for other farm animals, a lot of them were unable to survive on their own, because we selected features we like about them (more will, more eggs, more meat etc), that make it impossible for these animals to survive. It's also true for many pets, especially if we talk about living in the wild and not near cities.

Which is also why a lot of animal right activists support letting all animals, who rely on humans, die out. And these are actually a lot of animals we know (pets, farm animals, some zoo animals...). But the claim is that dieing out is better than having restricted freedom. Another decision we would need to make in behalf of the animals.

Sickened_but_curious11 karma

I'd argue that we can only replace part of it. I also don't know US rules (but I think it is similar) but in my country it is forbidden to use animals if an alternative is available, so it's impossible to do research on animals where an alternative would bring the same results. As far as I know this is true for whole Europe.

What kind of labs where you in? Any stories that come to mind?

Sickened_but_curious6 karma

What is your opinion on animal research for medication purposes (not talking about cosmetics and such, which for a good reason is forbidden in many countries)?

Did you ever get the chance to see a lab from the inside?

Sickened_but_curious2 karma

There is a difference between needing to masturbate because of lack for any other options and wanting to masturbate because... Well, it's fun every now and then.