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NDTV
a day ago
- General
- NDTV
Denmark Woman Reveals Why She Donated Daughter's Pony To Feed Lions In Zoo
A 44-year-old Danish woman revealed that she once decided to donate her daughter's 22-year-old pony to Aalborg Zoo to be euthanised and fed to lions due to the pet's severe eczema and excruciating pain. Her comments came amid recent backlash against Aalborg Zoo after it asked people to donate small and healthy pets to be used as food for captive predators. The woman, named Pernille Sohl, told The Times that in 2020, she decided that Chicago 57, a German riding pony, had to be put down. While speaking to the outlet, she said she understood how the decision may sound "very dramatic and bizarre". However, the animals being sent to the zoo were "going to be put down anyway". "But they are going to be put down anyway, and it is not like they are alive when they are given to the predators," Sohl added. Sohl told the outlet that she runs a small farm in Assens, Denmark. Children with mental health issues visit the farm and spend time with horses. Aalborg Zoo says it imitates the natural food chain for its predators, citing animal welfare and professional integrity. Donors receive a tax deduction of DKK100 (£11.60) for small animals and DKK5 (58p) per kilogram for larger animals like horses. So far this year, the zoo has received 22 horses, 53 chickens, 137 rabbits, and 18 guinea pigs as donations. Although Sohl did not receive any payment from Aalborg Zoo, she would get a tax rebate. Another woman, Helen Hjortholm Andersen, donated her Shetland pony, Paprika, to Jyllands Park Zoo due to high costs associated with removing a dead animal. She supports the idea of pets benefiting other animals. Aalborg Zoo's Appeal Recently, the zoo asked for "unwanted animals" such as chickens, rabbits and guinea pigs. They said that the pet animals would be "gently euthanized" and then fed to carnivores. "Chickens, rabbits and guinea pigs form an important part of the diet of our predators - especially the European lynx, which needs whole prey that resembles what it would naturally hunt in the wild," the zoo wrote. "In zoos, we have a responsibility to imitate the natural food chain of the animals - in terms of both animal welfare and professional integrity," the post continued. "That way, nothing goes to waste - and we ensure natural behavior, nutrition and well-being of our predators."
News18
a day ago
- General
- News18
Danish Zoo Offers Tax Deduction For Donating ‘Unwanted' Pets To Feed Predators
A woman claims she gave her daughter's pony to Aalborg Zoo in Denmark, where it was 'gently euthanised' and fed to the zoo's predators. Aalborg Zoo in Denmark recently drew both attention and criticism after launching an unusual request: they want people to donate small, healthy pets to feed their carnivores. The zoo shared the appeal on Instagram, encouraging owners of chickens, rabbits and guinea pigs to give up unwanted animals, which would be 'gently euthanised" before being fed to predators like the Eurasian lynx. The zoo explained that these animals form an important part of the diet for some of their predators, especially the lynx, which needs whole prey similar to what it would hunt in the wild. 'In zoos, we have a responsibility to imitate the natural food chain of the animals, in terms of both animal welfare and professional integrity," the post said. They added that this approach ensures nothing goes to waste while promoting natural behaviour and nutrition among their animals. Woman Donates Daughter's Pony The program gained further attention when a woman revealed she had donated her daughter's pet pony to the zoo. Pernille Sohl, 44, told The Times she decided after the pony became ill. While acknowledging that the choice might seem shocking, she explained that many of the animals donated would be put down anyway. 'It might sound very dramatic and bizarre that you would feed your pet to animals in the zoo," she told The Times. 'But they are going to be put down anyway and it is not like they are alive when they are given to the predators," she added. How the Programme Works Aalborg Zoo staff confirmed the appeal has already resulted in donations of 22 horses, 18 guinea pigs, 53 chickens and 137 rabbits, as per the Indian Express. Donors receive a small tax deduction, DKK100 (£11.60) per small animal and DKK5 (about 58p) per kilogram for larger animals such as horses. Horses must also have a valid horse passport before they can be donated, the publication adds. The zoo emphasises that all animals are euthanised humanely by trained staff before being given to predators. Horses and other large donations are processed with their weight determining the tax benefit, the Indian Express also states. Feeding the Predators The diet of Aalborg Zoo's predators includes not only the Eurasian lynx but also lions and tigers. The zoo says offering whole prey helps mimic the animals' natural hunting habits, keeping them mentally stimulated and physically healthy. However, the appeal has sparked mixed reactions online. While some people support the idea as a way to give unwanted animals a purpose, others have strongly criticised it. A social media user even called it a 'sick invention" as per The Indian Express. The debate continues as more pet owners come forward, either in support of or against this controversial practice. About the Author Buzz Staff A team of writers at bring you stories on what's creating the buzz on the Internet while exploring science, cricket, tech, gender, Bollywood, and culture. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- General
- Hindustan Times
Woman donated daughter's pet pony to be fed to animals in Denmark Zoo; has no regrets
Aalborg Zoo in Denmark sparked backlash last week after it posted an appeal encouraging people to donate small, healthy pets to be used as food for captive predators. A woman claims she donated her daughter's pony to Aalborg Zoo in Denmark.(UnSplash) In a now-viral Facebook post, the Denmark zoo asked for 'unwanted animals' such as chickens, rabbits, and guinea pigs, stating they would be 'gently euthanized' and then fed to carnivores like the European lynx. "Chickens, rabbits and guinea pigs form an important part of the diet of our predators – especially the European lynx, which needs whole prey that resembles what it would naturally hunt in the wild," the zoo wrote. "In zoos we have a responsibility to imitate the natural food chain of the animals - in terms of both animal welfare and professional integrity," the post continued. "That way, nothing goes to waste - and we ensure natural behavior, nutrition and well-being of our predators." Woman Donates Daughter's Pony Now, a story has emerged of a woman who claims she donated her daughter's pony to the zoo. Pernille Sohl, 44, told The Times that she made the decision after the pony became ill. She admitted the move may seem shocking but animals being sent to the zoo were 'going to be put down anyway.' 'It might sound very dramatic and bizarre that you would feed your pet to animals in the zoo,' she told the outlet. 'But they are going to be put down anyway and it is not like they are alive when they are given to the predators.' Also Read: Ensuring animal welfare is crucial to prevent zoonotic diseases Donations Pour In According to Aalborg Zoo staff, the appeal has already resulted in donations of 22 horses, 18 guinea pigs, 53 chickens, and 137 rabbits. As part of the program, donors receive a DKK100 (£11.60) tax deduction per small animal, and DKK5 (about 58p) per kilogram for larger animals like horses.
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- General
- Daily Mirror
'I gave my daughter's pony to a zoo to be eaten by lions - I have no regrets'
Pernille Sohl, from Denmark, decided to send her daughter's pony to Aalborg Zoo after it launched a 'food drive' to mimic the natural diets of its resident predators A mum who sent her daughter's pony to become lion food has said she doesn't regret the move - but acknowledges it may appear to have been "dramatic and bizarre". Most mothers would choose to take their children's sick pets to the vet, but Pernille Sohl decided that when her daughter's pony fell ill that it should be donated to a local zoo. Ms Sohl, 44, from Denmark, took the animal to the Aalborg Zoo in the country's north. Staff at Aalborg, a hugely popular tourist attraction that cares for more than 1,500 animals across 126 species, had launched a "food drive" in a bid to mimic its resident predators' natural food chain. Ms Sohl chose to make the horse "whole prey" for the Aalborg lions, and has been shocked by backlash she has received following the decision. It comes after an octopus 'climbed out of aquarium tank' and 'tried to eat a boy' in front of his mum. READ MORE: Police shame British drugs mules by making them pose for photos with suitcases Speaking to The Times, the mum said she understood how the decision may sound "very dramatic and bizarre", but added the animals being sent to the zoo were "going to be put down anyway". She said: "It might sound very dramatic and bizarre that you would feed your pet to animals in the zoo. "But they are going to be put down anyway and it is not like they are alive when they are given to the predators." Ms Sohl isn't the only mum who has decided to send her child's beloved pet to become food for predators, with dozens of people having followed suit, according to the zoo. Staff say the appeal has yielded donations of 22 horses, 18 guinea pigs, 53 chickens and 137 rabbits. All donors receive a DKK100 (£11.60) tax reduction for each small animal, and DKK5 (58p) per kilogram for larger horses. In a post on Instagram, the zoo said all animals are "gently euthanised by trained staff" before they are fed to the animals. Using donated whole animals instead of slabs of pre-prepared meat ensures "nothing goes to waste" the zoo states, and that "natural behaviour, nutrition and [the] well-being of predators" is ensured. Aalborg isn't the only zoo using donations to feed its predators, with Helen Hjortholm Andersen, from Jutland, having donated her Shetland pony to Jyllands Park Zoo after she was told to leave it to die in a field. She said it "made sense" to send the 20-year-old pony, named Paprika, to the zoo, as the costs of collecting a dead animal were "grotesquely high". She said: "The idea that she could be of benefit made sense. We would do it again. We like the idea of the cycle of life, and that a pony can help to create life for other animals."
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Novo Nordisk AS (NVO) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Highlights: Robust Growth Amid Challenges
Sales Growth: 18% in the first three months of 2025. Operating Profit Growth: 20% in the first three months of 2025. US Operations Sales Growth: 17% in the first three months of 2025. International Operations Sales Growth: 19% in the first three months of 2025. GLP-1 Diabetes Sales Growth: 11%, with US operations growing 10% and International Operations growing 13%. Obesity Care Sales Growth: 65%, with US operations growing 40% and International Operations growing 137%. Rare Disease Sales Growth: 3%, with International Operations growing 5% and US operations growing 1%. Gross Margin: Decreased to 83.5% from 84.8% in the first three months of 2024. Net Profit Increase: 14% in the first three months of 2025. Diluted Earnings Per Share: Increased by 15% to DKK6.53. Free Cash Flow: DKK9.5 billion compared to DKK5 billion in the first three months of 2024. Capital Expenditure: DKK13.4 billion compared to DKK8.4 billion in 2024. Return to Shareholders: DKK36.7 billion, mainly as dividends in the first three months of 2025. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 1 Warning Sign with NVO. Release Date: May 07, 2025 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. Novo Nordisk AS (NYSE:NVO) reported an 18% sales growth and 20% operating profit growth in the first quarter of 2025. The company is serving nearly 46 million patients with diabetes and obesity treatments, an increase of almost 4 million from the previous year. Novo Nordisk AS (NYSE:NVO) completed the pivotal trial REDEFINE 2 for its next-generation obesity treatment, CagriSema, and remains on track for submission in early 2026. The US FDA accepted the application for Wegovy 2.4 mg for treating metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) and granted it priority review. Novo Nordisk AS (NYSE:NVO) has expanded its presence in the US with over 10,000 full-time employees and significant investments in manufacturing sites. Total carbon emissions increased by 37% due to the acquisition of new production sites and capital expenditure activities. The company reduced its full-year outlook due to lower-than-planned branded GLP-1 penetration, impacted by the rapid expansion of compounding in the US. Novo Nordisk AS (NYSE:NVO) faces challenges with unlawful compounding of semaglutide in the US, affecting the uptake of Wegovy prescriptions. The gross margin decreased to 83.5% from 84.8% in the first quarter of 2024, mainly due to amortizations and depreciations related to Catalent. Net financial items showed a net loss of DKK1.8 billion, primarily reflecting losses on hedge currencies and financing costs related to the Catalent transaction. Q: How does Novo Nordisk plan to address the issue of compounding in the US, especially with partnerships like HIMSS? A: David Moore, Executive Vice President, US Operations, stated that Novo Nordisk does not support unlawful compounding and is against illegal importation and continuation of compounding in the US. The company has collaborated with telehealth providers to ensure patients have access to legitimate Wegovy through Novocare Pharmacy. They expect the FDA to enforce the law against unlawful compounding by May 22. Q: What are the expectations for Ozempic growth in International Operations once supply constraints are removed? A: Maziar Doustdar, Executive Vice President, International Operations, explained that Ozempic has been launched in 80 markets and is expected to see accelerated growth as supply constraints are lifted. The company has a 64% volume market share on injectable GLP-1s and plans to continue promoting Ozempic aggressively. Q: Can you provide more details on the impact of compounding on Wegovy market share and the guidance for the second half of the year? A: Karsten Munk Knudsen, Chief Financial Officer, noted that the guidance assumes a significant number of patients on compounded products will switch to branded products in the second half of the year. The company expects to capture patients transitioning from compounded semaglutide to branded Wegovy, supported by cash offerings and telehealth collaborations. Q: How does Novo Nordisk view the competitive landscape with Mounjaro and the potential for Ozempic growth? A: David Moore highlighted that the GLP-1 class continues to grow, and Novo Nordisk is focused on leveraging the broad label of Ozempic. The company has launched a new campaign, "Ozempic Era," to emphasize the benefits of the product and aims to maintain patient retention and increase dosage adherence. Q: What is the outlook for oral semaglutide 25-milligram, and how does Novo Nordisk plan to compete in the oral GLP-1 market? A: Lars Fruergaard Joergensen, CEO, stated that Novo Nordisk is well-positioned to launch oral semaglutide 25-milligram, assuming positive regulatory outcomes. The company believes the oral segment will be smaller than injectables but is confident in competing effectively with a known molecule that offers convenience and efficacy similar to Wegovy. For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
