Ruthless Compassion with Dr. Marcia Sirota
Ruthless Compassion with Dr. Marcia Sirota
40: Marc Bekoff - Compassion For Animals
40: Marc Bekoff - Compassion For Animals
40: Marc Bekoff - Compassion For Animals
Thursday 8th August 2019
Marc Bekoff and Dr. Marcia Sirota discuss animal emotions, well-being, and fostering compassionate coexistence in 'Ruthless Compassion'.
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Get the buttons here!Marc Bekoff on Animal Compassion: Understanding Sentience and Coexistence
I advocate turning them into rescue and rehab centers. It's matters that they have inherent value or intrinsic value and they deserve to live.
How often do we truly consider the emotional lives of animals? In this episode of 'Ruthless Compassion with Dr. Marcia Sirota', Marc Bekoff, professor emeritus of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Colorado, Boulder, joins the conversation to explore this very topic. Bekoff, a prolific author and renowned animal behaviorist, dives into his latest book, 'The Animal's Agenda: Freedom, Compassion, and Coexistence in the Human Age'.
He unpacks the complex emotions and cognitive abilities of animals, shedding light on how our understanding (or lack thereof) impacts their well-being. Bekoff and Dr. Sirota discuss the often-overlooked cognitive dissonance humans experience when acknowledging animal sentience. They delve into the critical differences between animal well-being and animal welfare, emphasizing the need for a compassionate approach to animal care.
Bekoff also offers practical advice on how to give dogs the best life possible, touching on his insights from 'Canine Confidential: Why Dogs Do What They Do' and 'Unleashing Your Dog: A Field Guide to Giving Your Canine Companion the Best Life Possible'. The episode doesn't just stop at pets; it broadens the discussion to include the one health movement, which advocates for the interconnected health of people, animals, and our shared environment.
Bekoff's passion for animal advocacy shines through as he encourages listeners to support animal rescue and rehabilitation centers. Whether you're an animal lover or simply curious about the deeper emotional lives of our furry friends, this episode offers a compelling look at how we can foster a more compassionate coexistence with animals.