This is so spot on. That's exactly why we think different of them because we treat them different. I like your view on it and kudos to being a vegetarian! Its something I think about becoming very often. You're right, each one has thoughts and feelings. I've had a baby cow come up to me and cuddle under my arm for me to pet him, every time I walked away he would follow me for more cuddles. Of course there is my pig too, she has a wide variety of emotions!