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Is home slaughter of farm animals humane?
Article ID: 227
Last updated: 23 Jan, 2015
RSPCA Australia is opposed to the sale at (street) markets and saleyards of individual farm animals destined for home slaughter because it cannot be guaranteed that such animals will be humanely and competently handled, transported and then killed. Such practices may occur, for example, during certain religious festivals where it is common to sacrifice an animal, e.g. a goat, sheep or cow.
Our policy on transport of food animals states that we support the humane slaughter of food animals as near as possible to the point of production. Our policy on humane killing states that an animal must be killed instantly or instantaneously rendered insensible to pain until death supervenes. In addition, the method of killing and the skill of the operator are essential aspects of the slaughtering process. For instance, the RSPCA considers shooting by firing a bullet into the brain to be the most consistent and reliable means of humanely killing most livestock animals. This requires skill and experience in the use of the appropriate firearm for this purpose and experience in handling the species concerned.
Home slaughter is not illegal in Australia, but meat from animals killed 'at home' is not allowed to be sold in a commercial context, i.e. it is for home use only.
Home slaughter may also be carried out 'on farm' where individual animals are slaughtered (usually by the farmer) for personal consumption. The concept of a mobile slaughtering unit arose from this need. A mobile slaughtering unit drives into the paddock, the animal is shot, the meat processed inside the unit and the carcass/cuts provided to the owner of the animal. However, mobile slaughtering units are unregulated industries and there are no set standards to which they are expected to adhere.
This method of slaughter is not designed for large-scale meat processing (around 40 million cattle, calves, sheep, lambs are slaughtered in Australia each year). It would seem that regulation of the industry, licensing of mobile butchers, and the ability to comply to food safety standards are the initial steps which could eventually lead to these butchers being able to sell their meat commercially and subsequently operate on a larger scale.
Mobile slaughtering units with experienced operators provide a welfare advantage in terms of eliminating the stress of (long-distance) transport, the stress of mixing with unfamiliar animals and the stress of the slaughtering process itself.
Inexperienced persons slaughtering an animal, for example in the form of a religious sacrifice, does not fulfill our expectations for humane slaughter. The RSPCA strongly condemns such practices.
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RSPCA Australia knowledgebase / Farm animals / Is it okay for me to kill my own backyard hens?
Is it okay for me to kill my own backyard hens?
Article ID: 551
Last updated: 11 Mar, 2015
Having your own backyard hens is a great way of getting fresh eggs and wonderful compost for the garden. However, owning hens means you are responsible for their health and welfare. It also means that at some stage in a bird's life, you may have to decide whether euthanasia is the most humane option for a very sick or injured bird. Indeed, some people may choose to kill a backyard hen for personal consumption.
You should check your hens daily to make sure they are alert and active, have smooth feathers, and clean eyes and nostrils. Some obvious signs of possible illness include discharge from eyes or nostrils, drooping wings, diarrhoea, or laboured breathing. If you think there’s something wrong with your hens then you should consult a vet or poultry expert immediately.
Regardless of the reason, you should NEVER attempt to kill a bird if you don't know how to do it humanely.
If you decide to kill your backyard hen yourself, you must be absolutely confident that you are able to do so quickly and without causing pain or distress to the bird. You should first seek practical advice and training from a vet or poultry expert.
An integral part of humane killing is ensuring the bird remains quiet and calm throughout the process. Catch the bird by placing both hands over the wings to prevent flapping, bring the hen close to your body and support her from underneath. The method of killing that is most practical for home purposes is cervical dislocation but it must be done swiftly and competently. Decapitation is not recommended as a bird may remain conscious (and therefore in pain) for up to 30 seconds. Afterwards, always check to make sure the bird is dead.
Killing a backyard hen is never pleasant but it can be humane. Again, seek advice and training to ensure you can carry out the procedure quickly and confidently. At all times, it is your responsibility to protect the welfare of the bird.
Further reading: Practical slaughter of poultry: A guide for the small producer, 2nd edition, Humane Slaughter Association, www.hsa.org.uk or [email protected].
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原来如比
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