Senan Murray has writen an article expressing the high damand for dog meat in certain parts of Nigeria. He sprinkles the article with many superstitions that surround the eating of dog meat that exist in the country. Some believe that eating dog meat can cure malaria, for example. Most agree that it is a great tasting dish.
This is interesting becuase I have often wondered why more domesticated animals have not been used for sources of food in certain regions of the world. Dog meat is a common dish in China, but these Nigerians are written about as if the idea is completely absurd. With pet populations out of control in certain parts of the world, wouldn't using these animals as a source of food be a wise choice? This is especially the case when you look at the alternatives. Right now, the United States of America puts thousands of stray dogs and cats to sleep because there is no one to take care of them. In Australia, organized kill offs are scheduled to keep wild animal populations in check. In these cases the animal bodies are simply buried. This is the case when there are millions of malnourished people across the world that dream of the day when they will be able to taste meat.
I also recently read an article that told the story of North Korean officials who bought several giant rabbits from a breeder. This was done so they could research the possiblities of turning them into a new food source.
It is easy for citizens of the west to turn their noses up at the idea of eating dog meat. But for those regions who dont have many options for meat, I really think this is a great option.
Just some food for thought!!!
You can read the article by clicking here.
This is interesting becuase I have often wondered why more domesticated animals have not been used for sources of food in certain regions of the world. Dog meat is a common dish in China, but these Nigerians are written about as if the idea is completely absurd. With pet populations out of control in certain parts of the world, wouldn't using these animals as a source of food be a wise choice? This is especially the case when you look at the alternatives. Right now, the United States of America puts thousands of stray dogs and cats to sleep because there is no one to take care of them. In Australia, organized kill offs are scheduled to keep wild animal populations in check. In these cases the animal bodies are simply buried. This is the case when there are millions of malnourished people across the world that dream of the day when they will be able to taste meat.
I also recently read an article that told the story of North Korean officials who bought several giant rabbits from a breeder. This was done so they could research the possiblities of turning them into a new food source.
It is easy for citizens of the west to turn their noses up at the idea of eating dog meat. But for those regions who dont have many options for meat, I really think this is a great option.
Just some food for thought!!!
You can read the article by clicking here.
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Gross!
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