.... “I am appalled by the suggestion that veterinary surgeons would have any motive other than improving the welfare of animals at slaughter. Our government e-petition states that ‘We must differentiate between religious and non-stun slaughter.’ And that ‘Our concern does not relate to religious belief but to the animal welfare compromise of non-stun slaughter.’
“BVA is active across a whole range of health and welfare issues relating to food production animals and we are committed to improving the welfare of animals at all stages of their lives, from birth and rearing to transport and slaughter. [Meat Info] Read more
