Farm Sanctuary’s E-News & Action Alert 07/20/07
July 21st, 2007 3:16 pm by Kelly Garbato———- Forwarded message ———-
From: Farm Sanctuary – info [at] farmsanctuary.org
Date: Jul 20, 2007 3:58 PM
Subject: Farm Sanctuary’s E-News & Action Alert 07/20/07
USDA’s Downed Cattle Ban Now Permanent
The USDA recently made permanent its prohibition on slaughtering downed cattle for human food. The interim policy was first instituted at the end of 2003 after a downed cow in the U.S. was confirmed to have mad cow disease. We are very pleased that this ban is now permanent, but still concerned that other downed animals, including pigs, can be transported and slaughtered for human food. We are also uneasy that the downed animal ban allows too much leeway in the case of downed veal calves, whom it allows to be set aside and held for treatment and re-inspection. Farm Sanctuary maintains the position we have held since 1986–namely, that downed animals should not be transported and slaughtered for human food, and that the industry should be required to take better care of the animals to prevent them from going down in the first place. Read more.
In Loving Memory: Ailing lamb touches Farm Sanctuary staff
Only weeks old when she arrived, baby lamb Joy brought just that to Farm Sanctuary’s New York Shelter staff. Born with a heart condition, Joy’s struggle to lead a normal life touched everyone she met—and reminded us of the value and beauty inherent in all farm animals. Read more.
Time is Running Out to Register for the New York Country Hoe Down!
Reserve your spot today for the New York Country Hoe Down on Aug. 4 and 5! New additions for 2007 include: a walk to identify wild edibles, an outdoor yoga class, a make-your-own-video contest, square dancing with instruction, and vegan ice cream sundaes! Noted speakers include Dr. Will Tuttle, George Eisman, Dr. Emily Levin, and Amie Hamlin. Visit the Hoe Down website to view event announcements and to learn more about what is new for this year. The registration deadline is July 27!
Encourage Cruelty-Free Businesses to Contribute to the Farm Sanctuary Gala for Farm Animals
The Farm Sanctuary Gala for Farm Animals offers a unique opportunity to promote cruelty-free companies and their products to an audience of compassionate consumers. If someone you know owns a cruelty-free business, please encourage them to participate in the Gala by donating vegan, cruelty-free products or farm-animal-related gift items for our favor bags. Please visit our website for more information.
In the News
Is Cruelty OK When We Don’t Witness It?
Taipei Times, July 19, 2007
Animal Abuse in Canada Prompts Farm Sanctuary Action
Star-Gazette, July 13, 2007
Activists Hope Graphic Video Will Dampen Appeal of Foie Gras
The Gazette, July 11, 2007
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About Farm Sanctuary
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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, please visit: secure.vegsource.com/farmsanc/join/donate_alert.htm. For updates on previous action alerts, please visit: www.farmsanctuary.org/actionalerts/update.htm
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