[Res Judicata]

Differences between humans and predators -- a) Animals like tigers do not raise their prey in feedlots, or factory farms where animals in less than ideal conditions; b) Predators prefer to kill their prey quickly (although they don't always succeed) while meat packers are more concerned with the bottom line and how many animals they can slaughter and box up as meat, not how humanely the animal dies. Mistakes happen and they happen way too often. c) Predators do not have the ability to subsist on vegetables and fruits, we do. d) A water buffalo does have a fighting chance against a lion's claws and teeth, but the deer does not have much of a chance against a bullet.

But I must say that free range is a step in the right direction. Others may disagree with me, but it shows that there are those out there concerned about animal welfare. People who eat free range, grass fed animals are those who have the potential to be vegetarians. They have started to have feelings for animals and believe they need to be treated right. Breathe on these embers and maybe they will see that it's not just a good life these animals need, but a good, full life where they don't end up on a plate.