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The cover of Holly English’s comic Octopus and Lamb

What’s your relationship with animals and food?

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She says, ‘I’m not vegan, I’m not even vegetarian’.

‘But I’m concerned about the way animals are treated in our meat, dairy and pet- food industries.

‘I can understand when there is a health issue, disability or poverty that eating animal products may become necessary.

‘But for most of us, it’s a pleasant luxury.

‘I am encouraging all of us to live a more compassionate and ethical way of life…

‘We can all take tiny steps to make kinder choices towards our fellow animals and have a clearer conscience for our lives.

‘It’s going to take us out of our comfort zones, but it’s worth exploring’.

The new eight-page, A4 black-and-white comic is available from www.hollyenglish.com, Sticky Institute (Melbourne) and Junky


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