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Why Dairy Is Never Humane

Dozens of trays of large white eggs are shown, filling the image.

The truth about eggs in under 4 minutes. Eggs are an everyday staple for people all around the world. Beyond their polished surfaces and convenient packaging lies the truth of their production. In the harsh light of reality, the everyday is revealed as extreme.

Why EGGS Are Never Humane | Babies In A Blender

The text "What cage-free really means" next to a hen sitting on a nest of eggs.

What does "cage-free" eggs mean? In the simplest terms, cage-free means exactly what it sounds like: laying hens are never caged. But the simplicity of this label ends there.

What Does Cage-Free Eggs Mean?

A close up of a hen is shown from the base of the neck up. The mouth is slightly open; the hen’s expression, if it were on a human, would said to be one of surprize.

Is it okay to eat eggs from backyard or rescued chickens? If chickens are well cared for, what’s the harm in eating their eggs? A new dietary group called "Veggans" believes that eating eggs can be ethical and healthy.

Can Vegans Eat Eggs From Backyard Chickens? VEGGANS?!

Against a dark background a white egg is shown balancing upon its end. The side of the egg has a small, open crack in it, near the top. Out of this crack a beam of bright light is seen to be streaming across and out of frame to the left.

A shocking expose on the deep corruption, shameless lies, and illegal activities of the egg Industry in the United States. You won’t believe the lengths the American Egg Board, USDA, and egg industry as a whole will go to for a profit.

The Great Egg Conspiracy: Lies, Corruption & Kevin Bacon

An extreme close-up of an animal’s eye is shown. In the reflection of its cornea, multiple butchered animals can be seen. They are hanging from hooks by their back legs.

Ever wonder why vegans are so sensitive about things? Or why we seem to overreact so often? As a vegan, I’ve made this video in an attempt to show non-vegans what we see that makes as behave as we do. This is not a judgment and it’s not graphic. It’s simply me sharing what I see

What Vegans See | A Post for Non-Vegans

Two small birds are shown on the ground. One is dead. The other is standing over the body, its mouth open as if wailing in grief.

Humans have long used our ability to experience complex emotions to distinguish ourselves from other animals. But is this ability really isolated to our species? And if non-human animals do have the capacity to emote, what does that say about how we treat them?

Do Animals Grieve?

The image shows a number of hen’s eggs, a chunk of cheese, a glass of honey and a jar of honey.

What is the difference between veganism and vegetarianism? Is vegetarianism really a healthy, animal-friendly and moral way of living? Join Gary Yourofsky and me for a closer look at the critical differences between these two ways of life.

Vegan vs. Vegetarian

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Can Veganism Solve World Hunger? An Honest Answer

Does the claim that veganism can solve world hunger ignore the complexity of food insecurity? Why is hunger on the rise even though we have more than enough food? Find out where our food is going and get an honest answer to world hunger.
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10 Surprising Facts About Pigs

Did you know that pigs can play video games, smell things 5-7 miles away, recognize human faces, and solve multiple-choice questions? Prepare to have your porcine preconceptions punctured with ten surprising facts about pigs.
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Is Glue Made from Horses? Is Glue Vegan?

Ever wondered if glue is made from horses? Are horses really sent to the glue factory? Is any glue vegan? This guide will help you sort through the myths and facts of horse glue, and learn which glues are vegan.
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The Psychological Toll of Killing Animals: PTSD in Slaughterhouse Workers

We have long acknowledged cruelty towards animals as an indicator of psychopathy. Yet slaughterhouse workers are paid and expected to carry out what amounts to torture upon thousands of sentient beings, day in and day out. How could that not have an effect?
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A Guide to Vegan Leather & Sustainable Vegan Leather Alternatives

What is vegan leather made of? In this guide to vegan leather alternatives, learn about the growing number of plant-based and bioleathers, the history of synthetic leather, and the debate over whether any leather alternative is truly sustainable.
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Is Leather a Byproduct of the Meat Industry?

Is leather just a byproduct of the meat industry? The answer may surprise you. Learn about where leather comes from, what leather is made of, whether leather supports animal cruelty, and the environmental devastation and public health threat of leather production.
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