https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/4939#M1263 More good work from the WSPA ... <BR /> <BR /> This is what people would rather not know. <BR /> Ignorance is bliss ...<BR /> <BR /> ***************************************************<BR /> <BR /> http://www.wspa.org.uk/index.php?page=180<BR /> <BR /> PLEASE check out the WSPA campaigns, eBay or not, the WSPA<BR /> is worth donating too.<BR /> <BR /> ***************************************************<BR /> <BR /> Inside Korea's dog meat markets<BR /> <BR /> WSPA's Trevor Wheeler gives a first-hand account of a visit to Moran market in South Korea.<BR /> <BR /> When we arrived at the market at around 6am we were the only western faces there. We were watched very carefully for the duration of our visit. I soon appreciated that unlike the other locations we had visited, this was a specialised dog market. Other markets had several dog meat stalls within the vast area of general items on sale, but this one was different.<BR /> <BR /> All around Moran market I saw hundreds of live dogs, heaped into cages awaiting their fate. As the delivery trucks arrived, I could see dogs crammed so heavily into cages that their limbs were entwined with each other. Some of the cages containing cats were so full that their legs were forced through tiny holes in the mesh cages, causing cuts and injuries.<BR /> <BR /> I watched in horror as one trader unloaded puppies from a delivery cage. She grabbed each one by its hind leg and threw them into a larger pen as if they were already dead.<BR /> <BR /> Inside the market, makeshift slaughterhouses had been established on each side of the main trading hall. Time-after-time, I saw dogs being dragged off on ropes to their death. I could hear them howl from fear and pain as they were slaughtered.<BR /> <BR /> A number of temporary restaurants were set up in the centre of the market. These sold various dog meat dishes, served up while live animals were barking and howling in the background.<BR /> <BR /> I estimated that around 2000 dogs were sold at the market during our short visit. We saw rows and rows of dog carcasses laid out on stalls, their coats having been blow-torched from their bodies and browned and singed. These were mainly being sold to wholesale traders. Other stalls offered small joints of dog meat, half carcasses, heads, paws, and even skins, which had been blow-torched from the body with the paws still attached.<BR /> <BR /> Some of the recently butchered dogs were displayed on their backs with their abdomens split, and having been cleaned, their internal organs had been replaced within the body for inspection by perspective buyers.<BR /> <BR /> Moran market was described to me as the worst market in Korea for animals and for the dogs in particular. I found it difficult to argue with this. The howls that I could hear as the dogs were killed has remained a haunting memory ever since.<BR /> <BR /> Sat, 25 Dec 2004 08:59:52 GMT mrgrizzly 2004-12-25T08:59:52Z https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3651#M862 Ebay will be donating unclaimed prizes to charity.<BR /> <BR /> Suggestions for which charity are very welcome!<BR /> Fri, 24 Dec 2004 19:55:32 GMT https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3651#M862 treasure_elf@ebay.com 2004-12-24T19:55:32Z https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3667#M865 I think it would be fair to use one of the charities that already use ebay as a way of raising money Fri, 24 Dec 2004 19:57:36 GMT https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3667#M865 the_roman_blind_company 2004-12-24T19:57:36Z https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3679#M867 nspcc stop campain (kids christmas) Fri, 24 Dec 2004 19:57:46 GMT https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3679#M867 kaycross0 2004-12-24T19:57:46Z https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3691#M870 Hi Pop<BR /> <BR /> Why not put them up for auction on ebay and distribute he funds to worthy charities<BR /> <BR /> just a thought<BR /> <BR /> $ŦЄ♥Є ™ © Fri, 24 Dec 2004 19:58:23 GMT https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3691#M870 coopermanyorkshire 2004-12-24T19:58:23Z https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3697#M871 Seeing as it's xmas then I think it's only fitting that it goes to a childrens charity. Fri, 24 Dec 2004 19:58:43 GMT https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3697#M871 mrs_forum_lurker 2004-12-24T19:58:43Z https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3711#M874 Because this is a 'Christmas treasure hunt' how about the charity that we are all reminded of at this time of year (xmas) 'Action Aid' (feed the world/band aid) Fri, 24 Dec 2004 20:00:21 GMT https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3711#M874 gorsecraft 2004-12-24T20:00:21Z https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3720#M875 I agree with mrs fl after all that's what Christmas is all about these days.<BR /> Fri, 24 Dec 2004 20:01:08 GMT https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3720#M875 martinmother 2004-12-24T20:01:08Z https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3729#M877 Operation Happy Child &gt; they sand terminally ill kids on trips, and provide support to families.<BR /> <BR /> My residents association has donated to them before, so can supply details &amp; charity number if req.<BR /> <BR /> <BR /> <BR /> <BR /> <BR /> <BR /> <BR /> <BR /> Or there's always Simon's Christmas charity ;-);-);-) Fri, 24 Dec 2004 20:02:30 GMT https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3729#M877 simon-hawking 2004-12-24T20:02:30Z https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3742#M880 Great Ormond Street Hospital? Fri, 24 Dec 2004 20:08:42 GMT https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3742#M880 argyle58 2004-12-24T20:08:42Z https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3751#M883 Or something like Childline for children who need help all year round not just now. Fri, 24 Dec 2004 20:09:22 GMT https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3751#M883 argyle58 2004-12-24T20:09:22Z https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3759#M885 Definitely agree with Mrs FL - they should go to a childrens' charity. They need all the help they can get and Christmas is really for children. Fri, 24 Dec 2004 20:12:32 GMT https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3759#M885 webwey 2004-12-24T20:12:32Z https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3781#M888 A hospice for terminally ill children. Fri, 24 Dec 2004 20:13:47 GMT https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3781#M888 pooshkat 2004-12-24T20:13:47Z https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3792#M892 I would like to see it donated to any charities that help the homeless. This is the time of year when we all over indulge while these people have nothing no family no home no warmth. Fri, 24 Dec 2004 20:15:21 GMT https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3792#M892 lincoln19640 2004-12-24T20:15:21Z https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3806#M895 Yes a childrens charity is a good idea. Fri, 24 Dec 2004 20:19:15 GMT https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3806#M895 ratmadcath 2004-12-24T20:19:15Z https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3824#M900 Definately a childrens charity - but any of the items which are aimed at adults ie: coffee machines should be auctioned off and the money should be spent on toys or medical equipment or something else for kids. I think people will generally be pleased with any childrens charity. Fri, 24 Dec 2004 20:26:16 GMT https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3824#M900 headprom 2004-12-24T20:26:16Z https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3846#M905 I think a terminally ill childrens charity,... In this country..... Fri, 24 Dec 2004 20:27:11 GMT https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3846#M905 bug120367 2004-12-24T20:27:11Z https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3852#M906 Hi Elfie, so you HAVE been looking at the SUBHUNT CHARITY thread ! Fri, 24 Dec 2004 20:27:57 GMT https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3852#M906 bracken0_4 2004-12-24T20:27:57Z https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3873#M910 Hi everyone<BR /> Would like to start by wishing everyone a happy christmas.<BR /> Being an Aunty to a terminally ill quadriplegic teenager, i know how important respite care is, not just for the carer, but also the child.<BR /> All parents will understand how tiring it can be, with a newborn baby, totally dependent on you for it's every need. The first few months being the hardest. Now imagine that scenario seven days a week for the next thirteen years and in my nephews case hopefully longer.<BR /> I would like to nominate the Butterwich Hospice in Stockton, Teeside, who provide much needed respite, and have been a great help, to my sister and her family over the years. Fri, 24 Dec 2004 20:33:19 GMT https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3873#M910 dawn3738 2004-12-24T20:33:19Z https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3899#M916 how many p[rizes are left that havent been claimed? Fri, 24 Dec 2004 20:34:59 GMT https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3899#M916 royalmailqueen 2004-12-24T20:34:59Z https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3910#M921 treasure elf auction them off on ebay and split the proceeds to a few worthy charities..<BR /> <BR /> defianly top of the list is any dealing with termilly ill children.<BR /> <BR /> i'd have a word with moongazer or board surfer over on the q and a forum.<BR /> <BR /> hell if you can find people stupid enough to pay £50 for an ebay laptop bag for charity...<BR /> <BR /> Fri, 24 Dec 2004 20:38:09 GMT https://community.ebay.co.uk/t5/Fun-and-Games/Unclaimed-Prizes-Charity-Suggestions/m-p/3910#M921 forum_lurker 2004-12-24T20:38:09Z