{"id":2040709,"date":"2023-09-21T20:34:04","date_gmt":"2023-09-22T00:34:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/bud-light-owner-caves-to-pressure-over-horse-backlash\/"},"modified":"2023-09-21T20:40:51","modified_gmt":"2023-09-22T00:40:51","slug":"bud-light-owner-caves-to-pressure-over-horse-backlash","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/bud-light-owner-caves-to-pressure-over-horse-backlash\/","title":{"rendered":"Bud Light owner yields to horse criticism."},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">14<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fbud-light-owner-caves-to-pressure-over-horse-backlash%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2040709&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Anheuser-Busch Ends Tail Amputation of Budweiser Clydesdale Horses After PETA Campaign<\/h2>\n<p>Anheuser-Busch, the brewer\u200c behind Budweiser and Bud Light, has announced that\u200c it will\u2063 no longer amputate the tails of its iconic Budweiser Clydesdale horses. This decision comes after pressure from animal rights group PETA.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>&#8220;The safety\u2064 and well-being of our beloved Clydesdales is our top priority. The practice of equine tail docking was discontinued earlier this year,&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Docking, which involves cutting off the end of a horse&#8217;s tailbone, has been banned in some \u200bstates \u2063and\u2063 countries. It is traditionally done to prevent the tail from interfering with harness and carriage equipment.<\/p>\n<p>The Clydesdale, a majestic\u2063 breed originating from Scotland, has long \u2063been featured in Budweiser&#8217;s \u2063advertising, including memorable appearances during Super Bowl commercials. PETA launched its \u2064campaign against tail docking\u2063 just before \u2064the NFL championship \u2062game last February.<\/p>\n<p>PETA declared victory in its pressure campaign against Anheuser-Busch, \u2064citing video footage showing Budweiser\u2063 Clydesdales attempting to use \u200ctheir shortened tails to fend off \u2062biting insects. Critics argue \u200bthat docking prevents horses from effectively \u2064protecting themselves against insects like mosquitoes, which\u200c can transmit diseases.<\/p>\n<p>According to David L. Hu,\u2064 an associate professor at the Georgia Institute of Technology,\u2063 mosquitoes alone can cause a horse to lose a cup of blood \u2064in a single day.\u200c These insects not only take blood but also spread diseases such as \u200dmalaria,\u200d Zika virus, and dengue fever.\u200c Protecting horses from \u2062mosquitoes can have a significant impact \u2064on their health.<\/p>\n<p>Kate Hepworth-Warren, \u2063an assistant professor of veterinary\u200d medicine, explained that \u200cdocking can be done surgically\u2063 or by using ligature. However, the practice is illegal in 11 states and several European countries.<\/p>\n<div class=\"post-figure\">\n<figure style=\"width:600px\" class=\"alignnone\"><figcaption>The Budweiser brewing company Clydesdale horses arrive for the second\u2062 2016 U.S. presidential debate \u2062at Washington University in St. Louis, Miss., on Oct. 7, 2016. (Rick \u200cWilking\/Reuters)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>While \u2063some \u2063argue that docking improves tail cleanliness and\u2064 makes harnessing easier, others believe it serves primarily as a cosmetic purpose for certain \u200cbreeds.<\/p>\n<p>It has been \u200ca challenging \u2063year for Anheuser-Busch, particularly its subsidiary Bud Light.\u200b The\u200b brand faced significant backlash after \u200csponsoring a social media video featuring a transgender activist, resulting in\u2063 consecutive months of declining beer sales.<\/p>\n<p>In \u2064response to\u200b a March Madness promotion where a transgender influencer posted a personalized Bud \u2062Light can, conservative \u2062musicians and celebrities called\u200b for a boycott of the brand. Musician Kid Rock even posted a video of himself shooting cans of Bud Light, while <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/bud-light-owner-caves-to-pressure-over-horse-backlash\/\" title=\"Bud Light owner yields to horse criticism.\">prominent country singers \u200crefused<\/a> to sell the beer during their tours.<\/p>\n<p>Anheuser-Busch&#8217;s U.S. division reported a year-over-year loss of $395 million amid the boycott. Sales of Bud \u200dLight \u200bdropped approximately 27 percent compared to the previous year.<\/p>\n<p>Experts and former executives have warned that Bud Light may face a \u200cdecline in retailer shelf space due to the\u200b ongoing boycott. Shelf space\u200b is a crucial factor in driving sales, as consumers tend to choose alternatives if their preferred beer is unavailable.<\/p>\n<p>Despite these challenges, Anheuser-Busch remains focused on its long-term success. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/disneys-damage-limitation-on-leaked-snow-white-photos-backfires\/\" title=\"Disney's attempt to minimize the impact of leaked Snow White photos backfires.\">company recently announced layoffs<\/a> at its corporate offices and emphasized its \u2064commitment to brewing \u200cgreat beer\u200d for everyone.<\/p>\n<h2>Related \u2063Stories<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/article\/bud-light-might-soon-lose-retail-shelf-space-amid-boycott-experts-5492477?ea_src=author_manual&#038;ea_med=related_stories\"><strong>Bud Light\u2063 Might Soon Lose\u2063 Retail Shelf Space Amid Boycott: Experts<\/strong><\/a>  -\u200b 9\/15\/2023<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/article\/bud-light-might-soon-lose-retail-shelf-space-amid-boycott-experts-5492477?ea_src=author_manual&#038;ea_med=related_stories\"><strong>Bud Light Situation Getting\u200d &#8216;Worse,&#8217; Beer Industry Expert Says<\/strong><\/a>  -\u200c 9\/8\/2023<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Reuters contributed to this report.<\/em>  <\/p>\n<h2> How does the decision by Anheuser-Busch \u2063to end tail amputation set an\u2062 example for \u200bother industries associated with horses?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Verely\u2063 compromises the welfare of the horses. The\u2064 removal of a horse&#8217;s\u2064 tail \u200bcan cause pain, discomfort, and\u200b difficulty \u2063in balancing. Additionally, the tail serves as a communication tool for horses, allowing them to express their \u2063emotions and warn others of\u2063 potential danger.<\/p>\n<p>Anheuser-Busch&#8217;s decision to \u2062end tail amputation\u200c demonstrates a shift towards more humane practices\u200c in the treatment of\u200c animals. As one of \u200cthe largest\u200c beer\u200b producers\u200d in the world,\u2062 the company&#8217;s decision may set an example for other \u200bbrewing\u200b companies and industries associated \u200bwith horses.<\/p>\n<p>This move also\u2064 highlights the\u2062 growing influence\u200b and power of animal rights organizations like PETA in advocating for \u2062the well-being of animals. Through\u200c its campaign against tail docking, PETA successfully shed light on the drawbacks \u200dand\u200b cruelty associated with this practice. They utilized video evidence and \u200bpublic pressure to\u2064 sway Anheuser-Busch into reevaluating its stance. This victory is a testament to the effectiveness \u200dof peaceful activism and \u2062the importance of public awareness in promoting change.<\/p>\n<p>Animal rights activists and\u200c organizations \u200bhave long been fighting against inhumane practices in industries involving animals. They aim to raise \u200dawareness about the\u200d mistreatment of animals and \u2062push for more ethical alternatives. Anheuser-Busch&#8217;s\u2064 decision is a step in the right direction, showing that companies can prioritize\u2064 animal welfare without sacrificing their business success.<\/p>\n<p>While the end of tail docking is a cause for celebration, it is important to continue monitoring and \u200caddressing other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/norway-defends-euthanizing-walrus-that-got-too-famous\/\" title=\"Norway Defends Euthanizing Walrus That Got Too Famous\">animal welfare concerns<\/a> in the equestrian industry.\u200b Practices such as \u200bexcessive whipping, confinement, and overbreeding still pose significant challenges \u200bthat need to be \u200baddressed. \u200bBy\u200d working together, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/tucker-carlson-slams-nih-study-that-created-transgender-monkeys-for-hiv-research\/\" title=\"Tucker Carlson Slams NIH Study That Created Transgender Monkeys for HIV Research\">animal rights groups<\/a>, industry stakeholders, and consumers can create a future where animals are treated with kindness and respect.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, Anheuser-Busch&#8217;s decision \u2064to end tail amputation of its Budweiser Clydesdale \u2063horses marks a victory for animal rights and highlights the power \u2062of peaceful activism. The company&#8217;s commitment to the well-being of its iconic \u200chorses\u2062 sends\u2063 a positive message to other industries. However, it is crucial to remain vigilant\u200d in raising awareness about other animal welfare\u2063 issues and continue pushing for more ethical practices in the treatment of animals.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Anheuser-Busch, known for Budweiser and Bud Light, will no longer amputate the tails of its famous Budweiser Clydesdale horses. This decision comes after pressure from animal rights group PETA. 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