Why does Chapter 8 make a comparison between a human life focused on basic needs and the lives of animals like dogs and pigs?

Chapter 8 of the Sai Satcharitra uses the comparison between humans and animals like dogs and pigs to deliver a powerful message about life's purpose. The text argues that if a person's existence revolves only around nourishing the body and engaging in sensual pleasures, then that human birth is rendered useless. As this chapter explains, animals also fill their bellies and reproduce, so if a human does nothing more, their life lacks any special greatness. The purpose of this comparison is to urge the reader to use their wisdom and recognize that the human form is meant for a higher goal: the realization of the Supreme Self (Paramatman), which distinguishes us from other creatures.