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Rabbits

Around 1 billion rabbits are killed each year.

Rabbits are farmed for various purposes including meat, fur, wool, and to keep as pets.

Rabbits are kept in confined spaces, keeping them from there natural behaviours of digging, hopping around, and social interaction. This can lead to several stress and health issues.

They are farmed for their fur, which is often plucked while the animal is still alive and concious. When the fur itself is no longer profitable the animals are slaughtered for their meat. This is done through several methods including breaking necks, electrocution, or blunt force trauma. These methods are inconsistent which, if not performed correctly, can cause unnecessary suffering.

Environmental concerns

Rabbits use a substantial amount of resources, requiring large amounts of water and land to produce crops. The waste produced from keeping these animals (such as manure and cacasses) is substatial, leading to water and land pollution, affecting ecosystems and potentially contaminating water supplies.

Health concerns

Rabbits are susceptible to many diseases. The close quarters at which they are kept allow these diseases to spread rapidly, which has been known to spread to wild rabbits as well. Some diseases can spread to humans as well, presenting health risks for workers are nearby communities.

To manage diseases, antibiotics are used. Overuse can contribute to the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria within the rabbits. The presence of antibiotics can pose risks to consumers as well.