The Zoosexual Agenda:
1. Recognition of animals as individuals, not property.
2. Protecting animals from abuse and exploitation, sexual or otherwise.
3. More research and education on animal behavior and health.
4. Decriminalizing safe and consensual zoo relationships.
Since it's zoo pride week, I just wanna say to all you questioning / closeted zoos out there:
You are not a bad person for the way you feel. There are lots of people like you and I, who genuinely care about animals, and would gladly welcome you in the community.
You are loved!
Anti-zoo: racist, homophobic, probably a nazi, less intelligent than the animals they clearly hate
Zoo: based, dog kisser, overall good person, dog kisser
I hope to see more research done on the subject as there's very little as of now, but...
I can't find any evidence whatsoever that interspecies sex is inherently harmful. Nor can I find anything saying animals can't desire sex with another species.
Isn't that interesting?
@KoolKanine
Many zoos set dangerously low standards of safety, respect and responsibility for animals, for the sake of including more people in the zoo community. Strength in numbers is great and all, but we should never allow exploitation and abuse to go unchecked to be more inclusive.
Joined an anti-zoo discord server.
Saw a nazi flag, talk about making an anthem, and someone suggesting they call themselves the "The Axis"
This is not surprising in the slightest lmao
Since it's the last day of zoo pride week, I'm gonna celebrate by taking my girl for a super long walk this morning. I'm thinking we shoot for 3 hours at least, I know she would love it!
I like my job, don't get me wrong, but...
I'd rather stay in bed with my girl!
Leaving her to go to work is no fun at all, I'd rather spend all day with that dog but money is kinda essential lol
Another interesting thing is the results I got when searching "can dogs communicate consent."
Yes, yes they can. Every source I could find agreed. They are not objects, they are individuals. Dogs especially have evolved alongside humans to better communicate with us.
I think my girl has a bad sunburn on her nose. That or an infection...
The vet gave us antibiotics just in case.
This means no more long walks in the sun for a couple weeks... I need to find a way to keep her entertained and engaged at home, I don't want her to be bored.
I find it odd how much attention I've been getting on Twitter.
I don't feel like I particularly stand out among zoos, I'm kinda just some guy lol
But eh, I can use the attention to set a good example for closeted zoos out there so I'm happy!
Hot take:
If you spay or neuter your pets only for your own convenience when it's not medically necessary, you probably shouldn't have pets.
They have as much right to grow up as you do, don't take that from them.
I love when open-minded folks are reaching out to me to talk. Honestly it feels really gratifying to be deemed someone trustful and competent enough to talk to, and I think being out there for zoo curious people is one of the best things we as a community do.
Anti-zoo: racist, homophobic, probably a nazi, less intelligent than the animals they clearly hate
Zoo: based, dog kisser, overall good person, dog kisser
@Feral4Feral
It's funny how so many people are supportive when friends or family come out as zoo, but anti-zoos seem so certain that the world is as hateful as themselves.
A serious question like this for the sake of exchanging views and knowledge gets almost no attention, while my inflammatory meme of a post from earlier gets all the attention.
The internet really just makes problems worse, doesn't it?
People who are against sex with animals. What is your primary reason for being against it?
1. Animals can't consent (intelligence argument)
2. Animals can't consent (because of a language barrier, not necessarily intelligence)
3. It disgusts you / is "unnatural"
(1/2)
This is gatekeeping. Gatekeeping that I can 100% get behind. Acceptance or even just tolerance for zoos would be great, but animals are the
#1
priority, always.
@Malcontentamute
I tend to serperate zoophilia from other paraphilias in a way. Not in a "we're good and all those other guys are bad" way, but instead "this is my fight, I'd rather focus on zoo issues as their own thing."
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Why is it always the same 4 or 5 anti-zoos replying to zoo posts?
Are you obsessed with us? Why are you always thinking about zoos?
Seems kinda suspicious, not gonna lie. So feel free to dm in the likely case you're a zoo in denial who needs support :)
@Malcontentamute
Other paraphilias aren't the "enemy", but it's not my fight. Issues relating to zoosexuality are my focus, and fighting for other paraphilias only complicates things as I would have to learn a lot about a lot of different things. But attractions =/= actions, so be kind to all.
I figure it's a matter of hours until people celebrate the death of these dogs just because it hurts a zoo.
People will claim that zoos partners are victims, and then actively try to get them killed by the legal system through doxxing. It's fucked up.
People who are against sex with animals. What is your primary reason for being against it?
1. Animals can't consent (intelligence argument)
2. Animals can't consent (because of a language barrier, not necessarily intelligence)
3. It disgusts you / is "unnatural"
(1/2)
@Scaredy_Cat_666
I love how people are saying "they can use sign language" when it's clear that the scenario specifically doesn't involve sign language.
@Romania_guvern
No matter your opinion on bestiality, I've never abused an animal. There are a lot of people who do abuse animals through neglect, physical / mental abuse, and sexual abuse (unsafe or non-consensual sex) and those animals need to be protected and saved from their abusers.
@ZooRightsMvmnt
I think they're great as a basic guideline for zoos on the treatment of animals, though it only shows the absolute bare minimum of standards imo.
@RhiaSnake
I'm completely against animal cruelty. The zeta in my name is to represent my love and respect for animals. Zoophilia isn't illegal anywhere that I'm aware of. Questioning zoos might see someone like me advocating for better treatment of animals along with showing that-
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@hereforthezoo
Nobody knows you either, brother. You don't even participate in the zoophilic community. You benefit from the fact that people like you, but you can't stand anyone💀
@Oogiebo88721403
I am not willing to abuse animals, and I encourage anyone who is to seek professional help before something awful happens. As for zoo pride? We've always been around and we always will be, so get used to it!
@RhiaSnake
there's a community of ethically minded zoos out there who can give them a sense of community and accept them for who they are.
As well as show them what it means to care for and respect animals, while never putting your own desires over their well-being and comfort.
4. Religious beliefs
5. It's degrading to humans
There's obviously more reasons you could have, but these are some common ones I see. I'm genuinely curious to see what people's thoughts are, so please reply with any points/arguments you'd like to make!
@gordonramsaybut
@Romania_guvern
Therapy can a lot of good for everyone if you ask me. Even if you don't think you need it it can do a lot for you, and I would recommend everyone try it if they have the means to.
@burntbones27001
@hereforthezoo
I wonder if Stanley Coren realizes the shear quantity of people on the internet who completely misunderstand his work and use it to prove a point that he disagrees with.
@Chosen_by_Dog
I would love to have a little group chat of my zoo friends! Would be cool to chat with close friends, and maybe even meet in person at some point.
@beemyvictim
@KoolKanine
Instincts are things like desire and hunger. We rely on these just as much as other animals. Animals are not mindless drones, they are individuals who make decisions and deserve better treatment.
@beemyvictim
@KoolKanine
Not as capable in things like mathematics and human language comprehension, sure, but many animals surpass us in many aspects. They make decisions the same way we do - by applying what they know.
@77zoos
@RhiaSnake
Pushing to get rid of those who at least try to care will leave only the worst remaining. This only serves to harm animals, and is in no way the thing we should be focusing on to prevent harm.
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@ZetaInTheCloset
It's plain stupid to hate on someone for having an attraction. That's like hating someone for being in a wheelchair. They didn't choose that, it's simply an unavoidable part of their life. Feelings and actions are not the same, but apparently that's too much to grasp for some.
@immabigborg
@Chosen_by_Dog
@K9_WolfDog420
I 100% agree that we need to continue calling out terrible people. I'm also against promoting bestiality. Most people are in no way prepared for the responsibility, care, and knowledge that's required for a safe, healthy, and consensual zoo relationship.
@L4mbR4ck
They have the understanding needed to have sex within their own species, I'm sure we can agree on that. But I would argue they have the understanding for human relationships as well. Sex with humans has a lower risk of STD's, injuries, and no risk of unwanted pregnancy.
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People seem to be pretty happy about likes being private now.
Honestly, I won't notice the difference. I like what I like, and I'm not trying to hide it.
Chances are I'll be reposting the stuff I really like anyway lol
@Hazard_Puppy
So why aren't we removing human reproductive organs when we're just entering puberty? It would greatly reduce the risk of cancer, and likely increase life expectancy.
@deathdarkgon
@Bi_Pup_Luvr
"They are innocent beings, and they could not want such things." This is an incredibly ignorant and infantilizing view on animals that is at best out-dated, and at worst harmful to animals and animal rights.
@77zoos
@RhiaSnake
Without a community of decent and caring people to call yourself a part of, where do you think zoos looking for community will go?
Deeper into the shadows. Corners of the internet where there is actual animal abuse and sadism being spread and encouraged.
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@RhiaSnake
"In your group" what does that mean? Do you think people don't start to discover their sexuality until they're over 16? You seem the type that would say the same grooming accusations about gay people in the 60's even when there's no grooming and no intention of it.
@L4mbR4ck
The human in an interspecies relationship is also much more likely to respect the wants, needs, and well being of the animal involved (in comparison to another animal of the involved species) as we often have high standards for safe consensual sex (which is a positive thing).
@uparadene
I'm the same way. If someone disagrees with me but is civil and reasonable about our differences, I might follow them so that I can share my perspective on things, and vice versa.
@Nightredfurry
If they have an illness (such as pyometra) that would benefit or even be cured by getting spayed / neutered, then by all means do what you must to save them. But in 90% of cases it's done to them as a child with the only benefit being to the human caretaker.
@gordonramsaybut
@Dumbdumbheadd
@boxcar_the67392
@RhiaSnake
@Oogiebo88721403
Bigot:
"a person who is obstinately or unreasonably attached to a belief, opinion, or faction, especially one who is prejudiced against or antagonistic toward a person or people on the basis of their membership of a particular group."
Who's being antagonistic here?
@RhiaSnake
This is why nobody cares what you think about zoos. You act like any animal that isn't human is some object. They're not objects. They are living, breathing individuals with every right to respect and consideration. Anthropocentrism is a pandemic, and it causes unfathomable harm.
@beemyvictim
@KoolKanine
Do you assume I roam backyards looking for dogs to hook up with? I do not condone any sexual relationship with an animal you haven't spent a lot of time around, and put in the effort to learn how they show what they feel. Understanding is essential, fencehopping is to be avoided.
@IntAbomination
I understand and respect that. I'm of a similar opinion, as in I acknowledge zoo relationships are risky when it comes to the average person. That's why I hope to see more education and research done on animals, animal communication, and humans relationships with them.
@immabigborg
@Chosen_by_Dog
@K9_WolfDog420
I need to get to work now so responses will be few and far between, just as a heads up.
I have a question for you. Do you believe that animals can consent to sex within their own species? How about the many cases of sex between different species in nature?
@ITheBlueGirl
Therapy could do everyone some good if you ask me, including myself. But it won't "cure" a sexuality. Could it help one live with their sexuality in a healthy way? Yes, 100%, and that's why I would encourage everyone to try it if it's something they have access to.
@iluvukdot4ever
@RhiaSnake
Animals are not objects. Animals can make decisions, and they can communicate those decisions. Things like philosophy? We might be the only species that can communicate complex ideas such as that. But when it comes to showing you want or don't want something? We aren't unique.
@Dumbdumbheadd
@boxcar_the67392
@RhiaSnake
@Oogiebo88721403
Cross species sex is entirely natural. It happens a lot more than you would expect. But with humans, we're a hell of a lot more likely to respect the other species consent, so I would argue we're the best candidates for safe, consensual interspecies sex.
@AlexThePotaro
@qparadene
The people who slander the LGBTQ community by associating them with zoophiles will slander them either way. If zoos weren't around, they would find another excuse to be bigots.
Don't throw us under the bus, we don't intend to damage the community.