1. Importance of Religion by State

2. 80% of Evangelicals are interested in what the Bible says about animals 83% of Catholics believe that humans are responsible for animals, need to be kind and merciful 82% of mainline Protestant pastors believe that we should do what we can to minimize animal suffering HSUS/Barna Group, 2011

3. Importance of Religion % saying religion is very important in their lives

4. The compassionate treatment of all animals is consistent with the highest principles of Muslim belief and practice….Prophet Muhammad (peace by upon him) prohibited the mistreatment of animals and praised those who showed compassion towards them. Imam Muhammad Hagmagid Ali, Vice President, Islamic Society of North America

5. “Animals live not for us alone.” – St. Basil of Caesarea