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More Humane Method of Killing Chickens?

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I realize that the most humane method of treating chickens is to not kill them for food.BUT, as long as there is still a demand for their meat, PETA is advocating "Controlled-Atmosphere Killing" as an improvement over current methods of electric immobilization. Tags: meat PETA farm animal welfare factory farm chickens.

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Are Farm Animals Usually Killed in a Humane Manner?

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He asked whether cows, chickens, sheep and some of the other animals that we eat are usually treated and killed in a humane manner. The meat industry will say yes, of course, all animals are treated and killed humanely. In my opinion, the crux of the question touches on what is “humane.” It's not conducive to humane anything.).

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I and the Bird: What is a Vulture?

10,000 Birds

Maybe it’s important to note that Turkey Vultures , in particular, were well-loved by , and even inspirational to , the people that lived here before Europeans arrived. Unlike the Turkey Vulture, who smells out decaying flesh, every one of these vultures forages by sight. – ==– Turkey Vulture, Cathartes aura.

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H1N1 and Your Pets

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It can spread to other pets however, such as turkeys and pigs. You should also be careful if you have a pet bird as they have sensitive respiratory systems that are susceptible to other human illnesses (such as colds). Tags: Care2 Articles. Continue reading at Care2.

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Kathy Hershey: Parker, the Playground’s Vulture

10,000 Birds

Parker was an adult Turkey Vulture who enjoyed playing with children. His modus operandi was essentially the same wherever he’d appear: first, he’d stand next the school entrance and wait while the school bus unloaded, then he’d make his way to the playground and play “tag” with the kids. It was happening again … Parker was back.

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Preparing for the Onslaught

Animal Person

The conversations with family and friends have already begun about "Turkey Day." And of course if you correct someone and say "Dead Turkey Day," you're "buzzkill," or imposing your beliefs or being judgmental. Everyone clearly doesn't include the turkey and the other animals on the table. Not humans, not animals."

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A fit Fido

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Just as with humans, flaxseed oil is essential for preventing cardiovascular issues. Unlike humans, however, one should administer only the oil form, not the pill form, to your canine sweetheart. By giving him beef one month, lamb the next month and turkey the next, etc., Tags: guest post.

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