What a line/dairy question plus lead to Veal, et al

[Guest guest]

Housing of Calves Raised for Veal

The Association of Veterinarians for Animal Rights is adamantly opposed to the

raising of calves in any but a 'loose' housing system. We believe the practice

of raising them singly, in narrow stalls (so-called crates), is inhumane and

cruel because of the extreme privation it causes. This latter system does not

allow the calves to socialize, exercise, or make normal postural movements. The

situation is compounded by a diet purposefully formulated to make the calves

anemic. The combination of these insults, in addition to preventing the calves

from enjoying their short lives, prevents their muscles from developing properly

so that the calves suffer further distress when forced to move on the way to the

slaughterhouse. Bruises and broken bones also occur and contribute to the

calves' suffering.

 

Economics should never have been an acceptable reason for the severe confinement

system. Nevertheless, it has been shown by veal operators themselves that loose

housing systems can be just as economical as the confinement system. Therefore,

there is no longer any excuse to continue the inhumane practice of confinement

rearing. If calves must be raised for slaughter, we believe the only acceptable

manner is in a loose housing system in which the calves can exercise, socialize,

and express themselves as calves.

 

Because the origin of veal cannot be determined from its package, we urge our

members to refrain from buying veal and to urge their clients to do the same.

(Adopted by the Board of Directors August 1985)

 

 

 

But.... did anyone really listen ?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

Thanks for posting ;=) I hadn't got to your post at the point at which I wrote

my

last on the calves being deliberately made anaemic to keep their flesh white

for the consumers. Thank you very much for putting your case so well to the

rest of the group. There are indeed many non-vegetarians in the world who

do just what you say - avoid veal altogether rather than contribute to this

shocking practice of crating calves. I wish you all the best with a brave

endeavour!

 

Best, Pat ;=)

, " Alyssia " <

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