For countless years, animals and humans have always competed for survival on this earth; however, in doing so, the coexistence has created a symbiotic relationship. Because animals were utilized for their meat, skin, fiber, and bones, humans also included animals in their culture, religion, and stories. As long as humans and animals coexist, then so will animals in art. As domesticated animals arose, such as dogs and cats, humans began to view animals not only as a resource or subject of a story, but as companions. Throughout the years, this dependency upon animals for survival and companionship bled into the culture of humans. Thus, whether it is for tools, clothing, religion, or entertainment, animals will always be in art. Initially, animals were used for food, clothing, and tools, and because these fellow creatures were such a dire piece to human survival, they found their way into human culture through art and stories. For example, the Native Americans relied on the buffalo for everything including food, shelter, clothing, tools, and firewood. In fact, the Native Americans even followed massive herds of buffalo as they migrated across the lands. Since animals were important resources for food and materials, humans quickly incorporated them into …show more content…
According to Clint O’Connor, journalist for the Akron Beacon Journal and author of “Top 5 Movie Dogs with a Purpose,” one of the most popular and earliest movie stars was Rin Tin Tin, a German Shepherd who spent most of his time saving humans in distress. After Rin Tin Tin made his big debute, it created a domino effect of animals being the stars of film. Approximately ten years later Lassie, a loyal Collie determined to find her family, prompted years of remakes. Since humans have always been intrigued by animals, it only makes sense to include them in one of America’s favorite forms of art and
CONSTRUCTED RESPONSE 1. What was the one child policy, and what made China's government want to put it into action? The one child policy was a policy started in 1980 to help with China's rapidly growing population. The policy stated that a family could only have one child and that you would be punished if you didn't follow.
Human beings are considered to be the greatest creations that were given knowledge, skills and power to rule over the entire planet. However, at the same time, their relationship with other animals and its implications in human civilization cannot be denied. Historically, it is proven that for thousands of years, human beings have developed close contact with animals who were their means of living and at the same time often, great companions. Considering the great significance of animals in the lives of human beings, often their relationships were portrayed in literature by authors. It was meant to help the global community to have a clear understanding of the impact that animals have in the lives of human beings which is very much significant.
According to Gallup.com a third of Americans want animals to have the same rights as people. The Animal Bill of Right implies that animals have the right to be free from exploitation and cruelty, It also prohibits laboratory animals to be used for research. Animals will also have healthy diets and medical care. It will also provide them with an environment that satisfies their needs. I do not believe we need a Bill of Rights for animals. This would not only be extreme but it will affect human culture, medical research, and cost of food
Today, the discussions about the protection of the animal’s rights have received the attention of many people, many countries in the world. A lot of actions have been made by animal right activists to influence the world. Alex Epstein and Yaron Book, both authors of the “The Evil of Animal ‘Right’,” argue animal right activists use too much violence on their action, which is considered going against the law. Then, the authors give a lot of evidence to prove testing animals are extinct, but using animals for testing gives us new vaccines which make our lives better. Without animals for testing, how can scientists find out the vaccine for diseases? Animal right groups are making many effects to Huntingdon Life Sciences.
On the one hand, whether primate paintings have the link with humans evolutionary histories. According to “biological anthropologist Anne Zeller's” (par.7) experiment which compared “hundreds of young children's drawings to drawings by apes.” (par.7) As a result, both human and nonhuman primates make conscious colors and “spatial choice.” (par.7) Furthermore, the making marks may link to “animals’ sense of communication.” (par.7) On the another hand, painting can be animals’ mental stimulation. As we know, captive animals do not have many recreation equipments in their cages so that painting is a good method for them to relax. Besides, the process that animals learn how to draw can promote the relationship between animals and caretakers. For
The zoo is packed with children, running everywhere. They laugh and smile as they watch the animals at the zoo sleep. What these children do not realize is that these animals are dying on the inside. Animals that live at the zoo are extremely depressed. These animals can suffer severe psychological disorders from being out of their natural environment. But others argue that keeping these animals in captivity will help keep endangered species alive. However, the disadvantages of keeping animals in captivity are becoming more and more serious, and more people are beginning to believe that animals should not be held captive. Animals should not be kept in captivity because of the negative impact it can have
“People and animals are supposed to be together.” (My Story, Temple Grandin). Animals and people have always been together. They would not be the same without one another. I agree with this quote because people and animals really do need each other. Animals can teach us. Animals can protect us. Animals can change our lives.
Catholic views on animal abuse is varied greatly. The ‘traditional’ view is that humans are made in a different image than animals. It proclaims that humans have been given ‘dominion’ over nature, meaning humans can use animals in accordance to their own needs (gen 1:28). However, many Catholics disagree and believe that God gave human ‘stewardship’ over the animals, which means we are put on this Earth to look after and care for God’s creation (Luke 12:6). There are a number of Catholic authorities that discourage animal abuse;
Why is it that we as a society condemn the actions of a man against a man but very rarely a man against an animal? I think this question must be understood if we are ever to change the rights animals have. As of yet I don't believe animals have any actual rights. Rather humans have rights that involve animals. If we are to truly allow animals to have rights the same or similar to humans then we must first define what it is that makes us feel as if they are entitled to rights.
backs and they were dragging their hind legs (Reed 38). While in the lab, the
third world. Singer feels that since the people of the third world are so far
For the past 20 years, there has a been an on going heated debate on whether experiments on animals for the benefit of medical and scientific research is ethical. Whether it is or isn't, most people believe that some form of cost-benefit test should be performed to determine if the action is right. The costs include: animal pain, distress and death where the benefits include the collection of new knowledge or the development of new medical therapies for humans. Looking into these different aspects of the experimentation, there is a large gap for argument between the different scientists' views. In the next few paragraphs, both sides of the argument will be expressed by the supporters.
Doesn’t it kill you to see a movie and see an animal get killed or just hurt in it? Good thing that’s all special effects. Back in the day, around 1966, movies didn’t always use special effects. Khartoum, a movie based on a holy war in the Sudan desert, directed by Basil Dearden and Eliot Elisofon, used horses a great deal, but did not use the special effects in order to not hurt the animals. Many horses died in the making of this movie, as well as others, even including a major hit, Ben-Hur. Today, there are many activist groups that fight for and about the unfair treatment and protection for animals in everyday life. The People for Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is one of these groups. PETA was founded in
Is it ethical for animals to have the same rights as humans? During this paper I will present the views of both sides. I will try my best to give the reader a chance to come to there own unbiased conclusion. I will talk about the key areas of animal ethics. I will present the facts and reasoning behind the arguments over Animal cruelty, testing, hunting, and improper housing. My conclusion will hopefully bring us closer to answering many of the question surrounding “Animal Rights and Ethics”.
Creating art is one of the single defining factors that set humans apart from animal species. Through art, humans are able to express their innermost ideas and feelings, without having the difficulty of trying to find the correct words to accurately describe their thought processes. Works of art can help us to understand the people who have come before us. This is evidenced by the knowledge humans have discovered of prehistoric men and their symbolic cave paintings. The expression, style, and meaning vary and archaeologists put in much effort to uncover these works.