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Rabbit Abuse at J. Briene in Wierden

Until this year, owner Johan Briene was chairman of the LTO rabbit farming association. The barn is littered with dead animals, both in the cages and on the floor. Under the cages, among the droppings, are decomposing dead rabbits. There are also live rabbits roaming around.

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Just before Christmas, Ongehoord published its investigation into Dutch rabbit breeders. Many rabbits had leg problems, brain abnormalities, and gnawed ears. The Beter Leven farmer later lost his certification.

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Until this year, owner Johan Briene was chairman of the LTO rabbit farming association. The barn is littered with dead animals, both in the cages and on the floor. Under the cages, among the droppings, are decomposing dead rabbits. There are also live rabbits roaming around.

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