Is bullfighting justifiable?

The fact that bullfighting is an ancient Spanish tradition (although it is not as ancient as it is usually claimed to be) provides no argument whatsoever. Many horrible things have been deeply enshrined in tradition (slavery, child marriage, female genital mutilation, etc.), but that in no way justifies them.

What is the best argument for eating meat?

Meat is an essential source of nutrients and calories for a large part of the human population, and this in itself is one major argument for meat-eating. Meat is a ready source of protein, Vitamin B-12, fat, iron, zinc, and many more essential nutrients that the human body needs to survive.

Why do people think bullfighting is good?

Bullfighting provides the animal with a longer, better life than what is given to most bulls. Bullfighting is seen by many as an archaic form of torture. Many feel as though this cultural sport is harmful to the bulls, and harmful to the society by causing people to feel excited over tortuous bloodshed.

What are the cons of bullfighting?

The Cons of Bullfighting.

• Bullfighting is seen by many as an archaic form of torture.
• The treatment of bulls in the ring is often very agonizing, and bulls often die a slow painful death, dying in anguish and extreme physical suffering.

What happens before a bullfight?

For hours before to the bullfight, the bull is held in a tiny, dark isolation cell. He is not given food or water. Confused and anxious, the bull misses the company of his herd. Just before entering the bullring, he is harpooned, causing him to bleed, then released into the bright light of the arena.

How do you end a bullfight?

According to bullfighting regulations, the matador must stab at least four ‘banderillas’, or decorated wooden sticks with spiked ends, into the bull before the next and final act can take place. The function of the banderilla, a type of harpoon, is to tear muscles, nerves and blood vessels.