Give Turkeys Something to Be Thankful for This Thanksgiving

Did you know?

  • Modern turkeys are bred to reach slaughter size at 13-16 weeks. 40 years ago the average turkey took 32 weeks to reach slaughter size. This rapid growth results in health complications such as skeletal, respiratory, and cardiovascular disease.
  • Turkey farms often cut off the ends of the turkeys' beaks and toes. The tip of the beak is cut off with a hot blade, essentially analogous to having your lips cut off. The toes are cut back to the first knuckle without anaesthesia.

Please learn more about turkeys at our page here.

Interested in adopting a turkey this Thanksgiving? Please visit Adopt a Turkey!