This is a topic of debate that I see very often and I am always interested in the different arguments for each side. I therefore though it would be fun to hear from you guys as to what you would do: Would you eat home grown honey? And by home grown I mean honey that … Continue reading Can vegans eat home grown honey?
Category: Activism
How to be a LGBTQ+ ally
While my main passion in life is animal activism, I find that this relates to all social justice issues that affect our society today. As a vegan, I try to live my life causing as little harm as possible, and this includes how I interact with other people and how I address different issues within … Continue reading How to be a LGBTQ+ ally
Cats Protection: Stop the Big Kitten Con
I believe there are many different ways to promote activism and to be an activist for a cause you care about. As such, I do my best to sign as many petitions as I can, in the hope that our government will actually pay attention to the issue at hand and begin making changes to … Continue reading Cats Protection: Stop the Big Kitten Con
Are pets vegan friendly?
I was on the internet late at night and came across a vegan discussion thread where someone had commented that you cannot call yourself a vegan if you have a pet. Their whole argument was that vegans should not do anything that exploits or causes an animal to be exploited, and by having a pet … Continue reading Are pets vegan friendly?
Should pugs be banned?
You will no doubt have seen the headlines this week regarding the Blue Cross' latest campaign to tackle the 'vicious cycle of over-breeding' that is currently seen in pugs, bulldogs and other breeds of flat faced dogs. The increase in use of photos of such flat-faced dogs has led to a spike in popularity and … Continue reading Should pugs be banned?
What is the difference between plant based and vegan?
I do get asked this a lot. When people find out that I follow a vegan lifestyle, they almost always ask 'oh, so you must be plant based then". Which then brings the discussion regarding what the difference is between 'plant based' and vegan'. So I thought it would be fun to open up the … Continue reading What is the difference between plant based and vegan?
Are cat cafes vegan?
As a quick disclaimer, I will not be discussing pet cafes as a whole, only cat cafes. I simply do not agree that all pets can be used for pet cafes Rabbit cafes for example are terrible ideas simply due to the very delicate nature of rabbits, and I imagine a dog cafe could get … Continue reading Are cat cafes vegan?
The reality of the dairy industry
Earlier this month BBC Panorama released an expose into the diary industry. The programme contained undercover footage of a dairy farm in Wales and showed very graphic footage of abuse and violence towards the cows, the calves that were of no use being piled into skips and just the overall low conditions of the farm … Continue reading The reality of the dairy industry
Lush Snow Fairy
This one is bitter sweet...because I did not think it would last me as long as it did and as such it is no longer available at Lush. This soap was part of their Christmas range and is therefore only available during the Christmas period. So this one is on me... I LOVE this soap. … Continue reading Lush Snow Fairy
Squirrel Appreciation Day
21 January marks Squirrel Appreciation Day! This day was introduced by Christy Hargrove, a wildlife rehabilitator to encourage people to learn more about the UK's most common wildlife. It is to help promote the welfare and care for our red and grey squirrels. Now I have only ever seen grey squirrels - outside our house … Continue reading Squirrel Appreciation Day
Taylor Talks Vegan 