Killing #3 Flashcards
How many chickens are slaughtered annually in the U.S. for food?
Roughly 9 billion
Why are broiler chickens often in distress?
They are bred to be six times larger than normal, which leads to painful skeletal disorders
Describe the U.S. process for killing chickens
Chickens are inverted and shackled, stunned with electrified water, then have their throats cut by a blade
What alternative method is used for killing chickens, particularly in Europe?
Controlled Atmosphere killing, which involves exposure to carbon dioxide
What are Switzerland’s 2018 laws regarding lobster processing?
Lobsters cannot be placed on ice, must be stunned before death, and cannot be boiled alive
What did Robert Elwood’s experiments suggest about crustaceans?
Crustaceans, like lobsters, likely feel pain
Name two humane methods for killing lobsters according to experts
Thrusting a knife into their heads or using an electric stun device like Crustastun
Why is asphyxiation considered an inhumane method for killing fish?
It causes slow, agonizing death through oxygen deprivation
What is “ikijime”?
A japanese spiking technique for killing fish quickly and humanely, known for preserving meat quality
Which method of killing fish is considered most humane?
Knocking or spiking, as it causes immediate death with minimal suffering
What is Harold Herzog’s stance on ethical meat-eating?
He believes eating meat can be ethical if it minimizes animal suffering and excludes industrial farming
Name Herzog’s three categories where eating meat is ethically acceptable
Dead animals, animals with rudimentary nervous systems and “happy” animals
What are the primary reasons people hunt?
Personal achievement, obtaining meat, and social bonding with friends and family
What is trophy hunting?
Hunting large animals to keep part of them as a symbol of achievement and social status
What has research found about the connection between violent games and aggression?
Studies are mixed, with some finding weak correlations and others finding no significant link
