Does kosher food also consider treatment of animals before slaughter and Do they use antibiotics hormones etc the same way as non-kosher foods?

Yes, kosher food considers the treatment of animals before slaughter. The Jewish dietary laws, known as kashrut, specify that animals must be slaughtered in a humane manner to minimize pain and suffering. The process, called shechita, involves a swift and precise cut to the animal's throat by a trained ritual slaughterer (shochet). This method is considered the most humane form of slaughtering animals according to Jewish tradition. Additionally, Jewish law prohibits any form of mistreatment or cruelty to animals before slaughter.

Regarding the use of antibiotics and hormones, kosher and non-kosher foods generally adhere to the same regulations and standards set by governmental authorities. The use of antibiotics, hormones, and other substances in livestock is subject to government controls and veterinary supervision to ensure food safety and animal welfare.

However, kosher slaughterhouses also follow specific Jewish religious requirements. Before the slaughtering process, animals undergo a thorough examination by trained inspectors to ensure that they are healthy and free from any abnormalities. Animals found to be diseased or injured are considered "treif" (unfit for consumption) according to Jewish dietary laws.

Therefore, while overall regulations for antibiotic and hormone use are mostly aligned with government standards, kosher slaughterhouses adhere to additional religious criteria when selecting and examining animals for slaughter.