Gestation crates, the cramped cages used in industrial pig farming, symbolize the cruelty of modern animal agriculture. Trapping pregnant sows in spaces so tight they can’t turn around, these enclosures inflict severe physical pain and emotional anguish on intelligent, social animals. From debilitating health issues to signs of extreme psychological distress, gestation crates strip sows of their basic rights to movement and natural behavior. This article uncovers the grim reality behind these practices, explores their ethical implications, and calls for a shift toward more compassionate and sustainable farming systems that prioritize animal welfare over profit-driven exploitation