Shock in Magdeburg: Over 400 dead sheep after a dough care scandal!

Shock in Magdeburg: Over 400 dead sheep after a dough care scandal!

Magdeburg, Deutschland - In Magdeburg, a massive animal welfare scandal causes a sensation after over 400 dead sheep has been discovered on a property. This alarming discovery led to intensive reviews of dike care practice in the state of Saxony-Anhalt. The country's Ministry of the Environment is now examining possible changes for Schäfer who are commissioned with dike care.

The animal situation is obviously serious. According to estimates, around 600 sheep are currently being looked after by veterinarians. The dike is traditionally maintained in Saxony-Anhalt by grazing with sheep. The state company for flood protection and water management (LHW) has concluded a total of 67 care contracts with shepherds. In the case, however, the contractually agreed services were provided without complaint, which makes the situation appear even more precarious.

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On December 13 of the previous year, the sheep holder, who is responsible for the animals, was withdrawn from the operating license. As a result of this decision, the district of Anhalt-Bitterfeld expressed a ban on posture and care for animals. The LHW also terminated the contractual relationship with dike care.

These massive incidents throw a bad light on the current standards of animal husbandry as part of dike care projects in Saxony-Anhalt. Sa.de reported on these developments and the resulting consequences for the affected animals. Also Spiegel.de subsequent investigation.

-transmitted by West-Ost-Medien