Why are many male farm animals castrated?
Male sheep, cattle, goats and pigs are routinely castrated in order to reduce aggression and subsequent injury. Methods of castration...
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Why are painful procedures performed without anaesthetic?
Farm animals may require invasive husbandry procedures that are intended to benefit the animal or group of animals involved. These... -
Why can’t the RSPCA prosecute farmers for performing painful husbandry procedures without anaesthetic or pain relief?
The RSPCA can only prosecute farmers for cruelty if they have broken laws relating to animal welfare that apply in...