In the past people are not so knowledgaeble. an act of goodwill
is offend overlooked on other biggers things that might affect the
rest of the world.
now people are educated, information is easily passed on. so you
tell people releasing animals to free them is good many will agree.
but otehrs will also look at its side effects.
dont think taking medicines and vitamins in a loing run is good
also. its indeed bad!
all things should be done in moderation. eating, drinking, doing
good deeds so on.
its not wrong to release animals - but understand whether they
can do harm to the others or can they survive before doing it.
if nt the act of good will is nothing but bringing an end to the
others, or an end to the animal itself.
buddhism always stress on moderation.