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PETA rescues a chicken in Ricky Martin's name

Animal rights organisation PETA has honoured Ricky Martin's commitment to vegetarianism by rescuing a chicken in his name.

PETA's executive vice-president, Tracy Reiman, explained that the 'Livin' La Vida Loca' hitmaker is setting a great example with his meat-free lifestyle so they thought it was important to show their respect: "PETA is delighted that Ricky is sharing with his millions of fans how incredible he feels as a vegetarian."

"He's not alone. People who go vegetarian boost their energy and cut their risk of heart disease, cancer, and obesity - and they help save animals like Olivia, too. Not all chickens are as lucky as Olivia. Chickens raised and killed for their flesh are bred to grow so large so fast that many become crippled from the weight of their massive upper bodies. They have their throats slit while they are still conscious, and many are scalded to death in defeathering tanks."

Shakira Croce, a spokeswoman for PETA, added to WENN: "We are sponsoring Olivia in his name. Olivia was rescued by Florida's Kindred Spirits Sanctuary, where she is now thriving. She spends her days taking dust baths, roosting in trees, and relaxing in the sun."

 

 

 

 

Watch Draco Rosa's music video for 'Más Y Más', which features Martin, below: