subbie333
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I realise that these are made from real animal fur and skin. As an activist I'm disgusted. Surely there are alternatives to these inhumane devices? OK, this original post is not necessarily PC, possibly inflammatory, and, slightly confusing. Many things in this world are made from animal "parts". The BDSM world is no more guilty than other industry that uses them. My understand of cowhides is that they are a useless by product of the food industry. So, if BDSM people don't use these hides, they would get thrown away (causing an environmental problem?). Therefore, if one wishes to reduce the use of animal products in the BDSM world, it would be more productive to first reduce the use of animals in the food industry. i understand how an "activist" can be "disgusted" at something. Good for you, and, i hope that you can continue your activism in a positive and constructive way. <sarcasm> i am not sure what you mean by "Surely there are alternatives to these inhumane devices?". Let's break this down and see what we can do. First, animals are not humans, so, it would be impractical to treat them as humans (can i get my cat a driver's license now that she is 16?). To be part of the human race you have to NOT be afraid of the vacuum cleaner. Letter B, yes, i believe that it is wrong to hit animals with floggers made from rabbit and deer fur, but, that is just my opinion. Ternary, to make a flogger from a live rabbit or deer would be impractical. "Care and feeding of your flogger" would take on a whole new meaning. Quarterly, of course there are alternatives to these inhumane devices, and, they include other inhumane devices such as whips, paddles, canes, TENS units, and, needles. Cinco de Mayo, alternative devices that are not inhumane would depend upon the individual, their ability to deal with pain, and, what constitutes humiliation and suffering to them. Caged in a dog pen would be inhumane to some, while forcing someone to go to "Karaoke Night" might be inhumane to others. Sexthly, some people enjoy the feel of rabbit and deer fur, while others enjoy the feel of silk, freshly cut grass, mayonaise, or, spackle. Different strokes for different folks. In conclusitorium, um, what was the question again? </sarcasm> subbie_333 P.S. The only thing better than a person with a perverted sense of humor is a pervert with a perverted sense of humor. You people are hilarious!
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