Stumbled across here on via /r/random, thought I'd share my thoughts (self.zoophilia)
submitted 2016-01-30 03:07:29 by Rahikeru

So I was going through random subreddits and to my surprise I came across this one. I didn't know this sub existed but in a way it's nice to see that it does.

The hate that zoophiles get makes no sense to me. The whole argument about "animals don't consent to sexual relations" is pretty much bullshit - animals don't consent to being eaten as food or hunted for sport. Furthermore, nobody can really say that animals don't take pleasure in sex; I mean dogs are stereotypically known to hump humans, how could anyone argue that they're not consenting to it? But I digress.

Personally, zoophilia isn't really my cup of tea and I know most of you aren't really into beastiality, but it doesn't interest me either. I just wanted to post in support of you guys. The small percentage of animal abusers shouldn't represent a vast group of people.

But yeah, if you find companionship in animals then power to you. Not something I'd get into but hey, you can't change what love is. Apologies if I come across as ignorant in my post. Good luck to you all!

zooboard -12 points on 2016-01-30 03:58:18

That's nice, but do comments like this really need a subreddit thread? Like I really care about random joe 34324's approval on how I live my life in private.

Frostfedora Captain Esports 4 points on 2016-01-30 05:50:08

This is an incredibly small subreddit. So sure, why not?

wright-one ursidae canidae pantherinae 8 points on 2016-01-30 06:24:52

shrug if you don't need it then it shouldn't bother you that it's here.

zooboard -5 points on 2016-01-30 06:54:17

That telemarketer logic...

wright-one ursidae canidae pantherinae 6 points on 2016-01-30 07:53:49

this is not intrusive. you have to click on the link to read this. very different from getting an unwanted phonecall. you chose to read this.

[deleted] -1 points on 2016-01-30 08:35:13

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Rannoch2002 Deer Zoo 7 points on 2016-01-30 08:36:26

Some of us do like to keep tabs on what the rest of the world thinks, you know...

actuallynotazoophile ok, I lied 1 point on 2016-01-30 15:48:10

Its related to the subreddit so why not? I thought it was a nice gesture.

ZooIam 6 points on 2016-01-30 08:06:31

Well, since the other comment was less than positive, let me just say thanks for your support!

I think our community had been conditioned to not expect acceptance from outsiders, so we avoid wanting it. I don't speak for all zoos, but your rational approach to the topic is exactly what we need to curb persecution at the least.

Rahikeru 2 points on 2016-02-02 05:27:40

Yeah, I mean a dog is a man's best friend and companionship goes a long way, same with horses. Horses and dogs are probably the two most faithful animals to humans and it'd be wrong to just attack people who treat them well.

The people who scream "abuse" are the same people who talk about how animals should have rights and that they have minds of their own. Animals do have rights, and they're not stupid that they can't make their own decisions.

I dunno. The world's hypocrisy is constantly growing, so stay strong you guys!

actuallynotazoophile ok, I lied 5 points on 2016-01-30 08:09:21

cool, thanks! I think its always nice to hear from people other than those who spout their nonsense knee-jerk reactions to us.

But yeah, if you find companionship in animals then power to you. Not something I'd get into but hey, you can't change what love is.

I agree. no one really knows what our purpose in life is so I figure just live it in a way that makes you happy.

AXwoof Canines + 4 points on 2016-01-30 21:22:59

Thank you, it's words like these that restore some of my faith in humanity. :)

And no, what you said is not ignorant at all, because you actually try to be understanding.

I've seen too many people, who promote hate against zoophiles, based on false informations... that's why I appreciate your post.

Rannoch2002 Deer Zoo 2 points on 2016-01-31 06:29:21

Thank you, it's words like these that restore some of my faith in humanity. :)

I couldn't agree more.

Thank you for providing the one post to make me smile on a otherwise dark evening.

sierrakinski 1 point on 2016-02-01 15:03:50

Thanks for being so kind and understanding!

DisappointedByPeople Raccoons 1 point on 2016-02-07 09:10:59

I wish all non-zoo-people were so OK

DonutMaskMan -1 points on 2016-02-08 23:54:46

I found this after reading this article http://www.newnownext.com/michigan-senate-passes-bill-making-anal-sex-punishable-by-15-years-in-prison/02/2016/

I didn't know this existed. It's absolutely vile. I never knew this existed and I really hope they report themselves to the police.

Rannoch2002 Deer Zoo 3 points on 2016-02-09 00:40:49

Thanks for shitting all over the feel good here. I hope you're proud of yourself.

DonutMaskMan 0 points on 2016-02-09 14:13:51

I don't care. What you people do is genuinely sick in the head.

Rannoch2002 Deer Zoo 2 points on 2016-02-10 03:58:26

Well I consider coming on reddits you don't like and shitting on otherwise harmless people sick in the head.

Find somewhere else to play.

DonutMaskMan 0 points on 2016-02-10 16:41:37

You're free to do what you want.

Though I'd say if you're actually engaging in intercourse with an animal then you're a vile human who really needs to let family members and the local police know.

Rannoch2002 Deer Zoo 2 points on 2016-02-11 02:57:39

You're free to do what you want.

Indeed I am.