by Marion Nestle
May
1
2019
The latest in lab-based meat: mouse treats for cats?
Ah the wonders of modern technology.
Cats like to catch and eat mice (that what cats do), but if you believe in mouse rights and are appalled at the idea of killing mice for food there is a solution to this problem in the works.
Meet Because Animals, a company devoted to feeding pets “safer and more nutritious foods without harming the environment and other animals.”
How?
Lab-grown, cell-cultured mouse cells made into meat for cat treats.
These are not yet on the market—regulatory issues are involved—but stay tuned.
And no, you can’t make this stuff up.