
Investigation · Dairy · Global
WithinHoursofBirth:HowtheDairyIndustrySeparatesCowsandCalves
Newborn dairy calves are removed from their mothers within 24 hours of birth.
2024 · Animal Outlook, Animal Save Movement
Summary
To produce milk for humans, cows must be pregnant and their calves removed.
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Time until separation
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Typical slaughter age
Part 1
What the footage shows
Newborn calves dragged away; mothers calling for them for days.