There are many issues affecting farmed animals. Below, we highlight just a few and will expand on this list with information to help you inform yourself.
Live Export – Calves
Read about the RTÉ Investigates programe – Dairy’s Dirty Secret.
Watch the investigation on the RTÉ Player.
Pig Tail Docking
Docking a pig’s tail is now banned, however, there is lack of compliance and enforcement.
EC Pig Directive 2008/120
Read more about this on Teagasc’s website.
Welfare and Treatment of Animals at Abattoirs
RTÉ Investigates – “Horses – Making a Killing”
Fraud – Animal Identification and Movement
Related Legislation
Further Resources
Veterinary Ireland Policies
Veterinary Ireland policies on farming, cats, dogs, captive wild animals to assist its members in their roles as Veterinary Practitioners
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Ethical Farming Ireland
Ethical Farming Ireland is campaigning for a better life for farm animals that doesn’t cost the earth. Mission: To promote sustainable, ethical farming methods whilst standing against animal cruelty, specifically factory farming and live animal export. Website: http://www.ethicalfarmingireland.com
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National Animal Rights Association (NARA)
Formed on 1st July 2007, the National Animal Rights Association is a voluntary, vegan, consistently anti-oppression, non-hierarchical animal rights group.
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