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EU Backing Cloned Animal Products

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It's bad enough having to deal with the welfare of normal farm animals, but what about the welfare of cloned animals? If they are cloned solely for the products they provide, will it be more difficult to argue for their welfare as living creatures? Tags: europe cloning farm animal welfare. From the Daily Mail.

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Millions of Animals Used in EU Experiments

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If the directive is approved, the number of animals used for experiments will be limited, and the animals’ welfare will be improved in accordance with ethical principles of the EU concerning animals. My personal philosophy is that millions of animals shouldn't suffer on anyone's behalf, especially when they do so against their will.

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Dutch May Ban Kosher Slaughter of Livestock

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It could have a snowball effect for other countries in Europe, although probably it certainly won't be seen as politically correct. However, Jewish and Islamic groups which can prove animals do not suffer more during ritual killing than in an ordinary slaughterhouse will be able to apply for permits. Excerpted from the Irish Times.

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From Today's New York Times

Animal Ethics

In an incredible juxtaposition to the fanfare of Barbaro, more than 100,000 horses were slaughtered last year in the United States and shipped to Europe and Japan for human consumption. Each one of these animals suffered extreme cruel and inhumane conditions in the transportation and slaughter process.

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Flight to Freedom

4 The Love Of Animals

ADI, which has previously rescued and relocated animals in Europe, South America and Africa have described it as one of the most complex logistical operation they have ever undertaken but say it will be worth all of the effort when the animals walk free. What a way to start memorial weekend. These lions really are home for the holidays.””.

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