No-Kill Policies By Ava St. Laurent And Chantel De Jesus

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There are likely over a billion pets worldwide, and 600 million stray cats and dogs. Throughout the world, there are multiple kill shelters, where animals get anesthesia injected into them to end their lives harmlessly. The article, “The Deadly Consequences of “No-Kill” Policies” written by PETA, discusses why they benefit the animals. The article, “Why euthanizing animals in shelters should be illegal” written by Ava St. Laurent and Chantel De Jesus, talks about why they are non-beneficial to animals. Both feel strongly about their opinions and use strong evidence to support their beliefs. The article, “The Deadly Consequences of “No-Kill” Policies,” believes that taking the animals' lives harmlessly is better than them dying out on the streets and suffering. The …show more content…

Laurent and Chantel De Jesus want to convince their readers that it's not right to put animals down in shelters, and it should be against the law. They want to show the moral problems with euthanasia and suggest other ways to help with too many animals in shelters, so they don't suffer. In the article, Ava St. Laurent and Chantel De Jesus are the ones speaking. They share their thoughts and ideas about euthanizing animals in shelters, drawing from their knowledge, research, and personal beliefs. The author's tone in the article is convincing and passionate because they want to make readers feel empathy and emotional about the topic. They might use powerful words to show how urgent it is to do something to save the lives of animals in shelters. The authors could present logical arguments supported by data, statistics, or expert opinions to show the results. To show pathos, they might describe heart-wrenching stories of animals euthanized in shelters or highlight the bond between humans and animals. Lastly, for ethos, they might cite sources or refer to their previous research on animal welfare issues. The authors used strong rhetorical strategies to build credibility and make a strong