Is it ethical for a vegan to own a cat as a pet since these animals require meat to live?

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BohoBabe · M

Yes, because cats are going to eat meat regardless. At least until there's a suitable replacement.

Pikachu

@BohoBabe

Yes they have to eat meat...so by owning a cat a vegan would be participating in animal suffering to feed that cat.
So is it ethical to participate in something you consider unethical?

BohoBabe · M

@Pikachu I think if it doesn't make a difference either way, it's alright. The cat I own would still be eating meat if I didn't have her.

Pikachu

@BohoBabe

Other people will continue to consume animal products. Does that make it ethical for the vegan to do so?
Other people will own cats and feed them the meat they require. Does that make it ethical for the vegan to do so?