Death by Sledge Hammer Highlights Wrongs of China’s Donkey Skin Trade

Death by Sledge Hammer Highlights Wrongs of China’s Donkey Skin Trade
A still image from the video showing workers killing a donkey for its skin in China. Photo from People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals
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Graphic video footage of donkeys being slaughtered in China released by an animal rights group has further exposed the effects of the country’s booming demand for a traditional medicine called ejiao.

The video, released by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), shows donkeys being bludgeoned with a sledgehammer before having their throats cut.