From: b-kind [b-kind@mediaone.net]
Sent: Wednesday, June 06, 2001 10:27 PM
To: fdadockets@oc.fda.gov
Subject: [Fwd: Docket number 98P-0151/CP1 Prohibit Downed Animal
Slaughter]

Importance: High



b-kind wrote:

> TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
>
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> Please prohibit the continued suffering of downed animals.  No one likes to experience or see suffering and here is your opportunity to work for a positive change.
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> This is a health issue as well.
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> Animals too sick or inured even to stand should not be allowed to enter the human food chain.
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> Downed animals are typically pushed with tractors or dragged with chains -INHUMANE- processes which cause injuries ranging from bruises and abrasions to broken bones and torn ligaments.
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> Downed animals comprise a very small percentage of animals slaughtered, and prohibiting their marketing will cause no undue economic hardship.
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> Industry experts have estimated that 90% of downed animals can be prevented with better care and handling.  Removing the market of downed animals will provide an incentive to industry to prevent downed animals in the first place.
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> You need 3 copies - so I will send it 3 times.
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> Please reply - but no form letter or rehetoric - thank you.....
>
> D. Fieri
> 8708 Madison Dr.
> Niles, IL 60714
>