Importance of Religion by State

80% of Evangelicals are interested in what the Bible says about animals

83% of Catholics believe that humans are responsible for animals, need to be kind and merciful

82% of mainline Protestant pastors believe that we should do what we can to minimize animal suffering

HSUS/Barna Group, 2011

Importance of Religion% saying religion is very important in their lives

The compassionate treatment of all animals is consistent with the highest principles of Muslim belief and practice….Prophet Muhammad (peace by upon him) prohibited the mistreatment of animals and praised those who showed compassion towards them.

Imam Muhammad Hagmagid Ali, Vice President, Islamic Society of North America

“Animals live not for us alone.” – St. Basil of Caesarea