Forty-seven breeding heifers from Romania were stuck at the EU/Turkish border since 18 October. Despite Animals' Angels & AWF doing their very best by repeatedly contacting the EU and Turkish authorities, plus the buyer, seller and transporter, these animals were left for 2 weeks in No Man's Land while conditions for them on board got worse and worse. In total 6 cattle … [Read more...] about Romanian cattle stuck 2 weeks inside No Man’s Land at EU/Turkey border
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Eyes on Animals held a speech to Dutch Parliament, the Hague, NL
Today the Dutch parliament held a hearing to discuss the new animal transport legislation that the EU is proposing and what standpoint the Netherlands should have on its final draft. Eyes on Animals, along with colleagues from the Dierenbescherming and Ethical Farming Ireland were asked to give a short talk at this hearing and to answer any questions from the parliamentary … [Read more...] about Eyes on Animals held a speech to Dutch Parliament, the Hague, NL
Heat-stress inspections of Dutch and German pig trucks arriving at Simon abattoir in Germany
Today Eyes on Animals was in Germany checking on Dutch and German pigs arriving by truck at Simon slaughterhouse in Wittlich. We were working with the German NGO Animal Welfare Foundation. It was bloody hot and humid out. We wanted to see if Simon abattoir had infrastructure in place so that pig trucks arriving could immediately park in the shade and be cooled down. … [Read more...] about Heat-stress inspections of Dutch and German pig trucks arriving at Simon abattoir in Germany
Inspection of Tamale market, Ghana
The WACPAW/EonA team visited Tamale livestock market in northern Ghana to see how the animals are faring in this time of excruciating drought and heat within the region. At this time of the year, temperatures within the northern part can rise up 45 degrees and most dams are drying up. The market was almost empty because most animals now are too weak and sick because of the … [Read more...] about Inspection of Tamale market, Ghana
EonA provides a captive bolt stunner at the Turkish border
Since 2011 the border between the EU and Turkey has been open for livestock trucks from the EU to enter Turkey. Many of these animals arrive from far and have to wait for hours, even days, at this border crossing. We have seen hundreds of animals fall very sick at this border crossing due to these lengthy delays or poor conditions on board (overcrowding, heavily pregnant, … [Read more...] about EonA provides a captive bolt stunner at the Turkish border
Billionaire Van Drie veal company being brought to court
For years, Irish calves are bought by Dutch producers that raise them for veal, a by-product of the Irish dairy industry. The Irish dairy industry is so massive (94% of Irish dairy is exported!) that they are happy that they can get rid of some of their unwanted calves. Dutch Van Drie is the main producer of veal meat, and almost runs a monopoly on this trade. However, … [Read more...] about Billionaire Van Drie veal company being brought to court
EonA presents on upright catching at the international Grüne Woche fair in Berlin
Today, Eyes on Animals gave a presentation on the upright catching of chickens at the major international agricultural fair "Grüne Woche" in Berlin. The presentation was attended by more than 300 people, including veterinarians, poultry farmers, and representatives from various German states. We shared our concerns about the current catching method (upside down, by one … [Read more...] about EonA presents on upright catching at the international Grüne Woche fair in Berlin
EonA wants to thank small-scale animal-friendly laying hen farmers !
Notice! EonA wants to thank small laying-hen farmers with animal-friendly housing for what they do; that they have chosen a farming approach that shows more respect for animals and nature, and is not excessively large and industrial and inflexible. As a token of appreciation, EonA would like to offer one of you this year to catch your laying- hens (up to 9000) with our … [Read more...] about EonA wants to thank small-scale animal-friendly laying hen farmers !
Eyes on Animals meets with VanDrie Group about violations during calf transport from Ireland to the Netherlands
On December 14th, 2023, a friendly meeting took place between three representatives of the VanDrie Group and a delegation from Eyes on Animals. The purpose of this conversation was to address the welfare of calves during transport from Ireland to the Netherlands. Eyes on Animals, along with other international animal welfare organizations, has repeatedly observed that … [Read more...] about Eyes on Animals meets with VanDrie Group about violations during calf transport from Ireland to the Netherlands
Inspection of dog slaughter in northern Ghana
Sadly, and shockingly, this is what the WACPAW/EonA team documented while inspecting dog slaughterplaces in northern Ghana. Dogs have their front legs brutally tethered behind their backs, their mouths taped shut and then their throats are slit. This is common practice in the dogmeat trade around the world. The transport of these dogs is also very horrible, overcrowded in … [Read more...] about Inspection of dog slaughter in northern Ghana
