PHOTOS: MFA Billboards Pop Up in Sin City

Kristen Diederich October 2, 2013

Mercy For Animals’ pro-vegetarian billboard campaign is turning heads in Sin City. Three newly erected billboards feature an adorable puppy and a lovable piglet while another three feature a cute kitten and chick duo. All give residents and visitors some serious food for thought, asking the provocative question “Why love one but eat the other?”

The billboards feature heartwarming images, yet their message strikes at the heart of a disturbing issue.

why.pngWhile all 50 states have laws protecting dogs and cats from abuse, animals on factory farms have little to no legal protection in most states. Cruelty that would be punishable by law if it were inflicted on dogs or cats is commonplace in animal agribusiness. Yet farmed animals are no less intelligent or capable of feeling pain than the dogs and cats we cherish as companions.

Screen Shot 2013-10-02 at 4.21.38 PM.pngThankfully, consumers can widen their circle of compassion to include all animals by adopting a healthy and delicious vegan diet. For more information, visit ChooseVeg.com

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