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In a disturbing practice, newborn chicks are immediately tossed into buckets of dye, thrown in the air for even color distribution, and then rubbed to appear naturally vibrant. These colored chicks have become so popular that they are now sold on various online shopping sites.
According to experts, this dyeing process is part of an illegal pet trade. Chicks are sold as 'toy pets,' with dye injected into the incubating eggs using food coloring or harmful chemicals like ammonia and hydrogen peroxide. This practice is particularly prevalent for male chicks, as they hold little value for egg production or meat.
Vendors and poultry farms profit significantly from this trade, claiming they have never faced losses. Their primary customers are children accompanied by parents. Poultry owners view the dyeing as harmless, believing that the smaller the chick, the cuter it looks.
However, animal welfare activists strongly oppose this practice, labeling it cruel and harmful. The dye can be hazardous to the chicks' delicate skin, causing major stress and potential health risks. Harmful color residues and heavy metals from the dye can penetrate the chicks' thin skin and remain in their system, posing long-term dangers.
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