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Why does the horse buck?
The horses or bulls are driven to a frenzy by the painful "flank strap" around the sensitive genital area. (Indicated by the yellow arrow). That is why they buck.
The flank strap is suddenly pulled tight just as the gate is opened. Before this moment, the horses or bulls are comparitively calm (or as calm as possible when enclosed inside a restrictive steel pen while a "cowboy" climbs on top).
Names given to the animals such as "The Terminator" or "The Extermintor" are really a lie. If it weren't for the flank strap, they would NOT buck.
Have you seen the footage on our movies page? See the flank strap being applied. |
The Cattle
Steers are thrown by twisting their horns until they are flipped over and slammed to the ground. Broken bones and internal injuries are common.
The "Contest"
Unfair. Men bully terrified, confused animals and push them from the chute with electric prodders. All animals are tamed domestic stock. Only fear and pain make them buck.
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What Can YOU Do?
- If rodeos are held in your local area, write to your Local Council and call for a ban.
- Get a group of friends together and protest.
- Contact your local Animal Liberation office (or other animal rights organisation) for assistance in organising a protest.
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