I've been struggling with this question for a while, and I have to conclude for me, the answer is no. I mean, I know people talk about how by having more people becoming vegetarians, then more animals will be saved. But just because a group of people doesn't eat meat, there are many others who do. I know people say if there are more vegetarians, then the demand for meat will decrease, which in turn leads to less demand for meat production. But even if that happens, people will probably just find other uses for meat or the animals. I just don't feel I'm saving any animals by being vegetarian. Don't get me wrong. Being vegetarian is a good thing. I will continue to be vegetarian because I see it as the morally right thing to do for me...but as far as saving animals, I don't think I'm of much help. I see running and supporting animal sanctuaries as more tangible help.
The more I think about it...urging people to have less children probably helps the animals more than urging people to become vegetarians.
The more I think about it...urging people to have less children probably helps the animals more than urging people to become vegetarians.