Course 2 - Shocking Facts About Livestock Animal Rights Violations

Explore the widespread practice of factory farming around the world. This lesson will cover the conditions in which livestock animals are kept, focusing on overcrowding, lack of natural behaviors, and the physical and psychological impacts on animals. Examples from the United States, Brazil, and China will be highlighted. 

Delve into the dairy industry and uncover the hidden cruelties involved in milk production. This lesson will discuss the forced impregnation of cows, the separation of calves from their mothers, and the physical toll on dairy cows. Case studies from India, the European Union, and New Zealand will be included. 

This lesson will focus on the poultry industry, detailing the life cycle of broiler chickens and egg-laying hens. It will cover issues such as debeaking, overcrowding, and the short lifespan of these animals. Examples from the United States, Thailand, and the United Kingdom will be provided.

Examine the journey of livestock animals from slaughterhouses to supermarkets. This lesson will highlight the inhumane practices in slaughterhouses, including improper stunning and the psychological stress on animals. Case studies from Australia, Canada, and South Africa will be discussed. 

Conclude the course with a focus on activism and how individuals can contribute to improving animal welfare. This lesson will provide practical steps for advocacy, including supporting humane farming practices, reducing meat consumption, and participating in animal rights campaigns.