Farm Sanctuary’s E-News & Action Alert 07/28/06
July 28th, 2006 5:56 pm by Kelly Garbato———- Forwarded message ———-
From: Farm Sanctuary – info [at] farmsanctuary.org
Date: Jul 28, 2006 4:17 PM
Subject: Farm Sanctuary’s E-News & Action Alert 07/28/06
From Here to There Without Harm
Farm animal transportation in the United States lacks adequate legal guidelines, especially for poultry, which often results in unnecessary stress and suffering. Fatalities are not uncommon in the transport of animals from breeder, to grower farms, and then to slaughterhouses. Recently, improper handling by Northwest Airlines caused the deaths of more than 9,000 turkey chicks, who were then disposed of in an airport trash compactor. In light of this recent case, it is more important than ever to oppose a federal bill that benefits the bird-shipping industry, not the birds!
Rescued Runt Grows Up and Proves He’s Larger Than Life
Lassen was born into a 4-H swine project. The runt of the litter, he was very tiny and sick as a piglet, and was in desperate need of veterinary care. But, instead of helping Lassen grow healthy and strong, the participants in the project allowed him to suffer. They refused to waste their time on an animal that was much too small to be profitable at market. Thankfully, a local animal control officer thought the little piglet deserved to live. Without her help, Lassen could never have made it to our California Shelter, where he has now spent three happy and fulfilling years. Read more.
Welcome Back!
Farm Sanctuary is grateful to the more than one thousand interns who have donated their time and effort since we began in 1986. On July 15 and 16, many of them returned to our New York Shelter for our first ever Intern Retreat, a free weekend event that included presentations, outdoor activities, time with the animals, and delicious vegan food. Best of all, they got to reconnect with old friends – people and animals alike! Click here for pictures of the Intern Retreat. For more information on Farm Sanctuary’s Internship Program, click here.
Take Action for Animals in D.C. this Labor Day
Join Farm Sanctuary and other leading animal advocacy groups over Labor Day weekend (September 2-5, 2006) for this year’s Taking Action for Animals conference in Washington, D.C. This event will bring together activists from all over the U.S. to motivate, inform and inspire. Book your hotel on or before Monday, August 14, 2006 and mention “Taking Action for Animals” to receive a special discounted rate!
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FARM SANCTUARY NEWS & NOTES
Last Chance to Register for the New York Country Hoe Down – Deadline July 30!
* Frequent flyer miles needed for Farm Sanctuary staff travel. Please contact us if you can help!: esiebenhar [at] farmsanctuary.org
* AVMA Rejects Welfare Resolutions
IN THE NEWS
Animal Cruelty Charges Sought After Turkey Deaths
NBC11.com, July 24, 2006
Heat Causes Pileup of Livestock Carcasses
The Examiner, July 26, 2006
Vegan Diet May Treat Diabetes
CBS News, July 26, 2006
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Farm Sanctuary is the nation’s leading farm animal protection organization. Since incorporating in 1986, we have worked to expose and stop cruel practices of the “food animal” industry through research and investigations, legal and legislative actions, public awareness projects, youth education, and direct rescue and refuge efforts. Our shelters in Watkins Glen, NY and Orland, CA provide lifelong care for hundreds of rescued animals, who have become ambassadors for farm animals everywhere by educating visitors about the realities of factory farming. For more information about Farm Sanctuary or our programs, please visit www.farmsanctuary.org or call 607-583-2225. To become a Farm Sanctuary member or to make a donation today using our secure online form, www.farmsanctuary.org/join/donate2.htm. For updates on previous action alerts, www.farmsanctuary.org/actionalerts/update.htm.
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