Animal Rights/abused bison

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Have you ever heard of breaking a bisons leg to keep them in captivity?  I recently found that a bison kept here in Ash Fork at the Monte Carlo truck stop has a broken front leg.  I contacted the coconino humane society, who advised me to contact the coconino agriculture and animal welfare department.  I did so.  I was called back by an "Officer Randy" from that department.  He advised me that this is acceptable practice. ??????????  This part of the country doesnt offer alot of Animal Rights groups.  I have done a bit of research and really cant find anyone to help.  I sent a letter to Senator McCain, and PETA.  Where else can I look.  This is wrong, I know it, and not sure what to do next.
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Cheryl,

I'm shocked - I'm about 20 minutes away from Ashfork.  I'll make some calls, and get back to you, however, I'd rather talk on the phone.  Please send me a phone number I can reach you - or email.  I am going to do some research immediately.

My question to you, is the injury fresh and where is he/she living?  

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I can answer almost all questions about animals raised for food... and the horrifying truths of the abuse and torture these animals endure. Also, about the health ramifications of eating animals or their products, i.e. heart disease, cancer, diabetes, obesity, and a host of other diseases linked to our diets. Any questions on existing on a plant based diet, solely, raw diet and the health benefits.

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Author of the book “The Fast Food Craze, Wreaking Havoc on Our Bodies and Our Animals” and co-author of the new book, "The Missing Peace, The Hidden Power of our Kinship with Animals". Health researcher, 34 year vegetarian, speaker, educator/consultant, television guest appearing all over the country, radio host of the top rated show “Wake Up America” on GlobalTalk Radio, and published columnist. Now affiliated with PCRM (Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine) as a "Heart Health" speaker, and SPEAK, as a Humane Educator.

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Mercy for Animals, Compassion over Killing, Friends of Animals, PCRM (Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine) Farm Sanctuary, Animal Acres, Catskill Animal Sanctuary.

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LA Life Magazine, Personal Excellence Magazine, and several other misc. publications.

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