Snakes Alive!

I suppose in this age of terrorism most people might not give a second thought to the drowning of rattlesnakes in cheap tequila for the amusement of tourists. But it is a disgusting and cruel practice, even in the name of “miracle cures,” which are always cultural or urban myths anyway.

Mammals are given a lot more attention when they are the victims of cruelty than are reptiles. All animals deserve to be treated humanely, even if they are to be used for human consumption.

Barbara Dellamarie

Burbank