Target: Commissioner of Food and Drugs, Martin A Makary M.D.
Goal: Demand appropriate sanctions for alleged cruelty to cows in the dairy industry, including forced separations, injuries, and neglect.
The recent investigation by Mercy For Animals has unveiled grave and distressing conditions faced by cows in the dairy industry. Mother cows have been observed crying out in anguish as their newborn calves are taken from them mere minutes after birth. This heartbreaking footage captures the emotional bond between mother and calf being viciously severed, creating an intensely painful experience for both. Cows have been reported to endure further trauma, being forced into milking areas with placentas still attached, revealing a complete disregard for their well-being.
The investigation raises alarming concerns about the physical condition of these cows and calves. Many cows were seen suffering from severe injuries, including swollen, pus-filled joints and bloody sores. Such conditions appear to stem from the filthy, hazardous environments in which they are kept, leading to infections like mastitis and severe pain. Furthermore, calves are reportedly confined to small stalls alone, often with duct tape applied to their heads after disbudding—a painful process done without anesthetics. This form of animal exploitation is not just troubling on a moral level; it raises significant ethical questions about the practices within the dairy industry.
Immediate action is necessary to ensure that those who profit from these alleged cruelties are held accountable. Demanding transparency and appropriate punishment for the harmful practices reported is essential to halt these abuses and promote a more compassionate alternative. It is crucial to stand up for the voiceless individuals suffering at the hands of industry profit.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear Commissioner of Food and Drugs,
The recent revelations from the Mercy For Animals investigation expose alarming and unacceptable cruelty faced by cows in the dairy industry. Disturbingly, mother cows are reportedly separated from their calves within moments after birth, crying out in despair as their companions are hastily taken away. Such blatant disregard for the emotional bond between mother and child highlights a systemic issue within the industry, raising serious ethical concerns about treatment practices.
Furthermore, the conditions observed during the investigation portray an abysmal environment for these animals. Many cows were allegedly seen suffering from severe injuries and infections due to neglect, and calves are often confined to tiny stalls, experiencing pain from procedures like disbudding without adequate anesthesia. These disturbing practices are not only inhumane but also detrimental to the physical and psychological wellbeing of these animals.
It is essential that appropriate measures are taken to address and rectify the cruelty purportedly embedded within the dairy industry. We demand that you take immediate action to investigate these claims thoroughly and implement strict guidelines to prevent such abuses in the future, ensuring that the welfare of cows is prioritized over profits.
Sincerely,
Your Name Here
Photo Credit: Mercy For Animals
