Why go for a costly, sickly, mass-produced purebred when shelters are full of one-of-a-kind mixed breeds who are literally dying for a home? – Ingrid Newkirk
I dont have the luxury of having a dog myself because I travel too much, but I love walking and cuddling somebody elses dog. – Ingrid Newkirk
Although we have, in theory, abolished human slavery, recognized womens rights, and stopped child labor, we continue to enslave other species who, if we simply pay attention, show quite clearly that they experience parental love, pain, and the desire for freedom, just as we do. – Ingrid Newkirk
PETAs campaign should be included in school curricula. If we can open childrens hearts and minds to animals needs, teach them to treat a dog or a chicken as if they feel fear and love and pain – as they do – then they will grow up to understand that we are all worthy of respect. – Ingrid Newkirk