Most of us consider ourselves animal lovers. So why do we extend compassion to some animals while putting others on our plates without a second thought? A pig and a dog playing. Picture this: a golden retriever plays fetch in the park, tail wagging, eyes full of trust. Now picture a pig solving a puzzle, a skill they have been shown to develop faster than dogs. Both animals feel pain, experience joy, form social bonds, and display remarkable intelligence. Yet one sleeps at th