How is it humans can be so wonderful and so disgusting

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SphinxnihpS

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Serious question... Do other animals kill and maim for pleasure? I know murder has been noted, but I don't know that it was for pleasure purposes.

Dolphins, Orcas, Chimpanzees, probably other high-level primates and marine mammals.

Chimps, our closest relatives, rape, murder, go to war, and pack hunt rivals.

Chimps attack your face, your hands and feet, and your genitals.

I feel very sorry for that kid in South Africa.
 

IronWing

No Lifer
Jul 20, 2001
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Update from April 25, 2017:

"Animal Alliance of New Jersey is proud to share this milestone with Justin, Fire Survivor, who was a tiny kitten when rescued by Animal Alliance of New Jersey after he was set on fire 4 years ago today in Philadelphia.
It took a lot of $$ to save his life and treat his deep burns but our loyal donors made it possible. See the message below from his adoptive mom. Cheers to Justin on his Rescue Anniversary!

"Four years ago today Justin was intentionally set on fire. Not only did he beat the odds, he went on to spread love and happiness. Thank you to all who helped him, supported him, shared his story, and continue to love him. ❤️""

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Mai72

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Sep 12, 2012
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Richard Dawkins proved in his book "The Selfish Gene" that humans are selfish creatures.

I'm always nice to people, but I've come to the conclusion that F*k most people and double down on the people who love you. Most people are SELFISH. They don't care about me, you, etc. And, why should they? So, I double down on the people who do love me.
 

shortylickens

No Lifer
Jul 15, 2003
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Richard Dawkins proved in his book "The Selfish Gene" that humans are selfish creatures.

I'm always nice to people, but I've come to the conclusion that F*k most people and double down on the people who love you. Most people are SELFISH. They don't care about me, you, etc. And, why should they? So, I double down on the people who do love me.

Yeah I already knew that even without the book, but its nice to have some scientist do work on the subject.

Also, you do realize this is a 4 year bump and the cat has been doing quite well, right?
 

Mai72

Lifer
Sep 12, 2012
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Yeah I already knew that even without the book, but its nice to have some scientist do work on the subject.

Also, you do realize this is a 4 year bump and the cat has been doing quite well, right?

Yea, I posted first and then I found out how old the post was.
 

IronWing

No Lifer
Jul 20, 2001
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The cat is still alive and kicking.
 
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MrSquished

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Every time I read one of these stories I shudder in disgust, then go find my rescue kitty and pup and give them hugs and tell them I'd never let anything bad happen to them. They are safe here for life.
 
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JEDI

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poor kitty.

glad he's a live and well!

shortylickens

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Jul 15, 2003
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this is the longest that shorty has rage quit.
 

Red Squirrel

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I just had a random thought. Imagine combining Alky and TheFlyingPig as a single troll AI.

"Bro, do you even lift? I did your mother last night in the back seat of my M3. Everyone knows this."
 
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