Articles tagged with 'Humane killing'
What are glue boards and why are they inhumane?
Glue boards (also known as glue traps) are made of cardboard, plastic or wood covered in an adhesive and are promoted as a rodent control method. They are designed to catch and trap animals who run across their surface.
What happens with male chicks in the egg industry?
In the egg industry, male chicks have little commercial value and the vast majority are killed on the day they hatch. The routine killing of healthy male chicks poses both animal welfare and ethical concerns.
Are glue boards legal in Australia?
Glue boards (also known as glue traps) are made of cardboard, plastic or wood covered in an adhesive and are promoted as a rodent control method. They are designed to catch and trap animals who run across their surface.
What are the animal welfare issues with poultry slaughter?
Meat chickens and layer hens, the main types of poultry farmed in Australia, are two different breeds of birds and are grown for different purposes. Meat chickens are raised for meat production so have been bred to grow and gain weight very rapidly.