PETA pisses me off. The Calgary Stampede is their latest target. No doubt it was a lot of the same miscreants, anarchists, and vandals that recently terrorized downtown Toronto during the G20 that are behind the whining about the perceived mistreatment of animals in Calgary. Surely they must be aware that the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) monitors Stampede activities very closely - and has for years. I have always respected and supported the SPCA for their tireless efforts
out here, and will continue to do so. They call it as they see it, and are quick to report any questionable activity. In the past the SPCA hasn't pulled any punches in dealing with the Stampede. PETA, on the other hand, has lost all credibility with me. They break into research facilities, unleash dangerous animals onto the public, threaten and harass researchers, and generally utilize every terrorist tactic they can (including arson) to achieve their aims. Stampede animals, and rodeo stock in general, are well-treated and lucky to live extended lives in the care of people who love them. Rodeo grew out of everyday ranch practices that were necessary for the survival - not only of people - but the animals they depended on.
Practices that got the job done with a minimum of distress to the animal. Don't like Western Canadian ranch culture? Fine. Stay where you are but be forewarned - we're watching how you care for those lapdogs of yours!
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