From: Bowman, Pamela [pamela.bowman@verizon.com]
Sent: Friday, March 09, 2001 2:56 PM
To: 'FDADockets@oc.fda.gov'
Subject: docket number 98P-0151/CP1

I want to support a petition filed by Farm Sanctuary that would prohibit the
slaughter of
downed animals (docket number 98P-0151/CP1).

Due to the horrendous conditions on factory farms, many animals become too
weak and sick to stand up or move under their own strength. These "downed"
animals are shackled, hoisted, and dragged by the leg or neck or pushed by
tractors and forklifts to the slaughterhouse. The helpless animals suffer
broken bones, torn tendons, and lacerations from this inhumane handling.
Studies reveal that most downed animals are fully conscious and suffer
intensely during the process. All this, so that companies can make a few
extra dollars.

Pamela Bowman
"Let all you do be done in love."