I'm no expert, but I do know that where I live, the rainwater goes to a different set of pipes than the toilets and other household wastewater. But, compared to much of the world, it's a new neighbourhood that got its rainwater and sewerage pipes in the early 20th century. No doubt they send the...
For me, when you took that video, you were exercising authority.
I mean authority in the sense of authorship: creating the contexts in which the animals live. That covers things like taking a video, treating ailments, providing food, and providing quality of life (and death).
I love a discussion too and hope I see all sides clearly.
For me, death is not of concern. It's inevitable. Not a big deal.
So, life matters more and quality of life matters far more.
The concept of having authority over the lives and deaths of the animals I live with, have affection for, and...
I'm not sure the livestock/pet dichotomy is sufficiently nuanced to represent the full diversity of animal keeping. It's simplified, but too abstracted from reality. I known goats, cows and sheep who never produced anything consumed by their attentive, loving carers. Are they pets or livestock?
Peggy once killed a hatchling. I can't trust her with chicks and when another hatch is attempted, she won't be allowed near the broody, eggs or chicks.