Chickens seen pecking at deceased hen in egg facility

A Shropshire farm, Heal Farms, faces allegations of animal cruelty after an animal welfare organization documented overcrowded and unsanitary conditions for hens. Footage revealed hens in cramped cages, some seen pecking at a dead hen, while others exhibited signs of distress and poor health. The founder of the organization described the scene as overwhelming and reminiscent of an “industrial nightmare,” highlighting the stark contrast to the natural behaviors of well-cared-for chickens.

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