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Diarrhea Virus Killing Pigs by the Millions

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April 25, 2014 By Sara Von Alt From: Mercy for Animals blog Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus (PEDV), an often fatal diarrheal illness in pigs, has been in the news for nearly a year, even inspiring a bit on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. A quick Google search for "PEDV" is sure to garner dozens of articles, many recent, highlighting the growing concerns raised by farmers, consumers, and government agencies. According to an article on CNBC.com, "Porcine epidemic diarrhea has killed millions [Read more...]

6 Vegan Sandwiches to Rock Your World

From: Mercy for Animals April 14, 2014 By Sarah Von Alt Perfect for the cruelty-free picnicker in you, these six vegan sandwiches are sure to please! 1. Grilled Portabella Mushroom Sandwich with Basil Aioli This hearty sandwich needs no introduction. Get the recipe here. 2. Cucumber Avocado Tea Sandwiches Perfect as a snack or light lunch, these are as delightful as they look! 3. The Vegan Tempeh Reuben Club Sandwich This savory sandwich will impress friends and enemies. 4. [Read more...]

Victory: Ag-Gag Bill Dies in Kentucky!

From: Mercy for Animals April 18, 2014 Victory: Ag-Gag Bill Dies in Kentucky! By Vandhana Bala On Tuesday, the Kentucky legislature adjourned without passing a controversial "ag-gag" bill that would have banned filming or recording inside a factory farm. This is a major victory for farmed animals across the country! Our success in Kentucky is due in large part to the compassionate MFA members who spoke out against the bill by calling and emailing their legislators, as well as [Read more...]

Mercy for Animals – Canada – Newsletter

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Crated Cruelty A shocking new investigation by MFA Canada at a Quebec veal farm exposes baby calves crammed into cruel crates, punched and kicked by workers, and left to suffer without proper veterinary care.   Take action. Gifted Goats Findings of a recent study show just how smart goats really are. The more scientists peer into the inner worlds of goats and other farmed animals, the more they learn about the rich emotional and social lives of these intelligent beings.  Read [Read more...]