Does Pokémon support animal abuse?
Those who decide to force Pokemon into battle in the media are condemned. So, the Pokemon company can not be held responsible for portraying animal cruelty, as it teaches players that Pokémon and humans are equal alike, and more importantly conveys that creatures deserve the same respect we do.
Is Pokémon like dog fighting?
If you’re even slightly familiar with Pokémon, you’re aware that the series is eerily similar to dog or cock fighting, even though both the game series and anime teaches you to treat your Pokémon well, which is what Ash has to learn when he first obtains the ill-tempered Pikachu.
Why is PETA against Pokémon?
The animal rights group has launched a campaign against Pokemon Black and White 2, saying that the game condones animal cruelty and that its creatures are treated like abused animals. … “If PETA existed in Unova, our motto would be: Pokemon are not ours to use or abuse,” the group wrote on its Web site.
Is Pokémon too violent?
The Pokémon are kid-appealing, but the series features lots of fantasy violence, and pits the cute, monster-like characters against each other on behalf of their trainers. There are some positive messages (teamwork, sportsmanship, respecting elders), but it may be too intense for younger children.