TO THE EDITOR
lence that we, as consumers, contribute to on
a daily basis. While there are many worthy
causes that would do this, such as giving up
beef or not purchasing products made in
sweatshops, my particular problem is with
the dairy industry.
I have heard many a vegetarian talk of ani-
mal rights while drinking a milkshake or enjoy-
ing a grilled cheese sandwich. Do not be fooled.
Dairy cows are not treated well and dairy prod-
ucts are not humane. I made this assumption for
many years when I first became a vegetarian.
The life of the average dairy cow is grue-
some at best. As a brand new breastfeeding
mother, I know personally that it is often un-
comfortable, frustrating and sometimes
painful. For these cows, there is no relief.
Shortly after birthing, their babies are taken
away to be caged for veal or slaughtered or
sold into a life of dairy production. The lac-
tating bovine is then hooked up and pumped
rigorously, often filled with hormones that
increase her milk supply so much that her
udders drag the ground and make her barely
able to walk. It is a life of confusion and pain,
with little exercise, fresh air or love. After
she has been used to the fullest, she will be
dragged from her stall to the slaughterhouse.
I have no desire to browbeat or cause peo-
ple to feel bad about their diets. I simply ask
that people educate themselves. After finding
out the truth, if they still wish to eat dairy,
great. Just don’t eat ignorantly. Check out
www.milksucks.com for more information.
Adrienne Happy
Springfield
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