Pat for India for treatment of animals

Jan 10, 2007

India was the "most progressive and forward-looking country" as far as the treatment towards animals was concerned, said Jonathan Balcombe, a US-based animal behaviour research scientist.

Balcombe, also attached to the US-based Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM), during his visit here, said India has a good tradition to show concern and love to animals.

Speaking to reporters after addressing a meeting at the Rajiv Gandhi College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences here today, he said animals had basic rights and they should never be violated or trespassed upon.

"Like friends, animals should be treated with care and affection," he said, adding, vegetarian diet was an ideal system...

Source: Pat for India for treatment of animals

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