Veterinarian’s Oath Updated
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) is known for
upholding the status quo and defending cruel factory farming practices,
such as veal crates, gestation crates, and battery cages. However, a
very significant change will hopefully take place as new veterinarians
recite the updated oath that emphasizes animal welfare commitment. It
reads: "Being admitted to the profession of veterinary medicine, I
solemnly swear to use my scientific knowledge and skills for the benefit
of society through the protection of animal health and welfare, the
prevention and relief of animal suffering, the conservation of animal
resources, the promotion of public health, and the advancement of
medical knowledge."
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First, do no harm
Veterinarians should help expose and stop the victimization of farmed
animals because profit and taste should not trump ethics. Christ’s
teachings of compassion, mercy and love do not offer room for the
support of industries that cause unimaginable suffering to God’s farmed
animals. Adopting a plant-based diet helps us make compassionate and
mindful choices that lead to the reduction of suffering in all of God’s
Creation.
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