Not only was I shocked, I was outraged.
A couple years later, I grasped the true extent of animal testing.
Here are 10 horrifying facts about animal testing that are about to ruin your day.
This means these animals are subject to any experiment without regard for their life or suffering.
Unfortunately,even animals protected by the AWAare subject to abuse.
The laws on this practice, called pound seizure, vary by state.
94% of Drugs That Pass Animal Tests Fail Human Trails
Yes, you read that right94%.
In fact,some drugsthat have been proven to be safe in animals kill thousands of people.
Many labs are not inspected, in poor condition, and cause major distress to the animals.
There isessentially no illegallive animal experiment.
You candownload researchwhere rats were forced to inhale cigarette smoke for 90 days before their death.
You are part of this cycle whether you choose to be or not.
Theyare not requiredto be accounted for.
Keep in mind that cosmetic testing only accounts for avery small percentageof animal testing, the rest is medical.
Did these facts about animal testing surprise you?
In vitro research ismore accurate, cheaper, safer, and more humane.
Isnt it time we invested in alternatives instead of torture?
