How are animals killed for food?
In Australia, the killing of animals for food, fibre and other animal products (referred to as ‘slaughter’) is underpinned by...
- Home
- Stunning
Articles tagged with 'Stunning'
-
-
Is carbon dioxide stunning of pigs humane?
‘Stunning’ prior to slaughter is legally required in many countries including Australia. It is intended to cause unconsciousness so that... -
Is home slaughter of farm animals humane?
RSPCA Australia is opposed to the sale at (street) markets and saleyards of individual farm animals destined for home slaughter... -
What does the term humane killing or humane slaughter mean?
Dictionary meanings of humane include: ‘kind, benevolent behaviour’ and ‘compassion for the suffering or distressed’ when applied to people and... -
What is Halal slaughter in Australia?
Halal describes what is lawful for Muslims to eat. Halal food laws are based on interpretation of the Quran, the... -
What is Kosher slaughter in Australia?
Kosher describes what is ‘fit and proper’ for people of the Jewish faith to consume. Kosher food laws are based... -
What is the standard of animal welfare at Australian abattoirs?
In Australia, the killing of animals for food, fibre and other animal products (referred to as ‘slaughter’) is underpinned by... -
What is low atmospheric pressure stunning (LAPS)?
Low Atmospheric Pressure Stunning (LAPS) is a form of stunning (inducing unconsciousness prior to slaughter) which may offer significant welfare... -
How are animals stunned prior to slaughter?
The stunning process ensures the animal is unconscious and insensible to pain before being bled out at slaughter. Common stunning... -
Is religious slaughter legal in Australia?
Religious slaughter, also known as ritual slaughter, is the slaughter of livestock according to specific religious principles. There are two...