PETA ‘Kitten’ protest in the fish and chip capital of Whitby

That’s the food for thought a PETA supporter dished out today in Whitby – recently named the fish and chips capital of the UK – along with ‘freshly caught Siamese & chips’ at the bargain price of £6.

The provocative display, Peta says, challenged people’s speciesism – the misguided belief that some species are superior to others and more deserving of respect and kindness – and highlighted that cats and fish are the same in all the ways that matter.

PETA Senior Campaigns Manager Kate Werner said: “Fish and other marine animals feel pain and terror just as cats and dogs do. PETA urges any Whitby locals horrified by the thought of tucking into a Siamese to extend that compassion to all animals and please, go vegan.”

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Peta says fish share knowledge, have long memories, and maintain cultural traditions. Yet they’re impaled, crushed, suffocated, or cut open and gutted by the billion – often while they’re completely conscious.

‘Kitten and Chips’ on offer in Whitby (Image: Pic supplied)

In addition, 38 million tonnes of other aquatic animals are unintentionally caught each year as the fishing industry seeks to meet consumer demand. Every person who goes vegan saves the lives of nearly 200 animals each year, the group added.

PETA’s free vegan starter kit can help anyone thinking of making the switch.