Aalborg Zoo in Denmark asked the public to donate healthy small pets to feed its carnivores, sparking widespread criticism.

I n a Facebook post, Aalborg Zoo in Denmark asked people to donate their pets to feed its captive carnivores. The zoo explained that smaller pets such as rabbits, chickens, and guinea pigs are part of the predators’ diet. The zoo said in the post, “The animals are gently euthanized by trained staff and then used as food. This way, nothing goes to waste–and we ensure natural behavior, nutrition, and well-being of our predators.”

On its website , the zoo has a brief on horse donations to feed its animals. It says the zoo euthanizes and slaughters horses year-round. The horses must be in healthy condition and must not have been treated for any diseases i

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