Transports to the slaughterhouse at 36 degrees Celsius.

13 August 2024 | Germany | Transports to the Slaughterhouse at 36 Degrees Celsius

Together with Eyes on Animals, we monitored the largest pig slaughterhouse in Rhineland-Palatinate to check whether there were any measures in place to protect the animals from the intense heat. Apparently, there were none. A lorry loaded with pigs stood in the midday sun for over an hour before the stressed animals were unloaded. The slaughterhouse was not willing to engage in conversation, but we have contacted the relevant veterinary authority.