Danish Zoo Seeks Pet Donations to Feed Captive Predators, Sparks Controversy
Aalborg Zoo in Denmark has made an unusual request to the public, asking for donations of unwanted small pets and even horses to feed its resident predators. The zoo claims that this initiative is part of its commitment to animal welfare, ensuring nothing goes to waste. However, the appeal has sparked outrage among animal rights advocates and the general public, raising concerns about the ethics of using domestic pets as food for carnivorous animals.
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