This paper discusses the harmful and fatal use of non-human animals in so-called safety testing of products that are destined for human use (the same principles would be applicable to those destined for other animals). It argues and demonstrates that such use is not scientifically valid if the results are applied to humans. Moreover, not only does this testing result in extreme suffering and death for non-humans, dependence on this has also caused substantial harm to humans. Alternatives to such use are discussed in the context of being more defensible morally and scientifically.

Briefly discusses the causes of unfavourable interactions between humans and free-living non-human primates, and alternatives to lethal methods of resolving these.

This paper discusses the moral implications of raising non-human animals for food and fibre. The systematic privation to which these animals are subjected, the serious compromise to their welfare and the lack of necessity for an animal-based diet are documented. Although suggestions are offered for improvement in the manner in which these animals are raised, it is argued that discontinuing our dependence on animal-based products is the only way to prevent animal suffering. The core issue of human overpopulation as a driving force for an increasing destruction of animals and environmental degradation is briefly mentioned.

This paper discusses the issues surrounding the trapping or raising of wild animals for their fur. It points out the pain and suffering inflicted upon these animals and the extreme inhumanity of many of the traps used in capturing them.

This paper discusses the claim that the use of non-human animals in amblyopia research has led to our understanding and treatment of this condition. It is shown that such use was not important, that our understanding was based on human experience and that the non-human animal research confused some aspects of the situation.

Dr. Buyukmihci discusses the use of nonhuman animals in biomedical research and gives examples of how animals are used in research. He advocates abolishing this practice. © Nedim C. Buyukmihci, 1990.