Animal rights are equally important as to those of humans and there are number of individuals pushing

that animals should not be oppressed and should be treated fairly by human beings. In contrast, others
think animals should be utilized to assist humans in various kinds of ways, such as the source of food or
for medical testing. Thesezs both views were discussed below.

On one hand, animals are entitled to the possession of their own existence and that their basic interests
such as the need to avoid suffering should be afforded the same consideration as similar interests of
human beings. In addition, they should not be viewed as property or used as food, clothing, research
subjects, entertainment or beasts of burden.

On the other hand, it is undeniable that mankind needs animals in various kinds of ways. Firstly, some
animals are needed by humans to assist them in producing and providing food. In many countries, cows,
buffalos or horses are used by farmers to cultivate their farming areas, and some dairy farms animals
such as chicken and sheep are slaughtered for their meats. Secondly, some animals are used in certain
scientific experiments or medical testing for the sake of humanity. Although it might seem as an
inhuman act, but these experiments have saved thousands of human lives.

In conclusion, animals being god created cultures have the rights to life and not to suffer, but it is
inevitable for humans to need them as food, as a reinforcement and as a research material. People
should perform humane treatment to animals like minimizing unnecessary pain and suffering.