does any one know any English laws that protect horses in a crulty case?
2007-01-23 21:03:43 · 9 answers · asked by Time is nigh 3 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
RSPCA would be a good site.. yeh. also checking DEFRA, got the tethering act so far :).
2007-01-23 21:10:46 · update #1
all answers have been helpful thanks people :)
2007-01-23 21:21:18 · update #2
Horses must have accese to food and water but its not needed for keeping. The Five freedoms are guidelines so dont have to be followed to the dot, but the five freedoms will be made law soon.
2007-01-23 22:17:21 · update #3
All animals are covered by basic legislation, then some species have additional cover with specific legislation as well.
There are laws covering tethering.
All horses must have access to water and feed, and they must be checked every day.
Their feet must be attended to by a farrier.
You can phone the RSPCA or an equine vet for advice.
http://www.defra.gov.uk/rural/horses/topics/health_welfare.htm
http://www.defra.gov.uk/animalh/welfare/domestic/
2007-01-23 21:24:18 · answer #1 · answered by sarah c 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I'm betting you don't have to provide a shelter, even though most horses that live out don't have one nor do they need one, it is completely a human idea that an animal wants to stay in some cage, horses do not den by nature while dogs do, thats why a dog needs a dog house horses are build and desire space not an inclosed area, a few trees within a field sould be fine and required as far as lighting and rain goes. I know in Ohio you aren't required to have a run in shed, maybe they do if the space is small.I think its so weird people think its good to basically cage a horse , but one out in a field is neglect. yet these same people rant and picket zoos.
2016-05-24 03:38:07 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why not check with the RSPCA. If you think someone is being curel to an animal then you should definately report them to the aforementioned organisation.
2007-01-23 21:07:38 · answer #3 · answered by Princesspoison 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Ii don't know of any specific laws, but am sure the ILPH could help you if you phoned or e-mailed them. UK Welfare Hotline : if you see a horse in distress call us on; 0870 871 1927 ALL OTHER ENQUIRIES, please call 0870 870 1927 or email us. ILPH Anne Colvin House, Snetterton, Norfolk, UK NR16 2LR Registered Charity No: 206658
2007-01-23 21:16:28 · answer #4 · answered by uknative 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You could also try the ILPH. They do fantastic work for horse welfare in the UK and abroad (and respond quicker to horses in need than the RSPCA)...
http://www.ilph.org/
You could also email your query to this address;
animal.welfarebill@defra.gsi.gov.uk
2007-01-24 03:13:52 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Are you in Ireland - judging by your name I think you are so I recommend you call the ISPCA - they are the equivalent of the RSPCA. hope that helps somewhat - I know its now what you're asking for but thought Id throw it out there.
xx
2007-01-24 00:17:28 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Ditto to the above answers
and you could always try HAPPA the horse and pony protection association
2007-01-23 21:17:53 · answer #7 · answered by lola 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If you are talking about England, no. You might however, check with your feedstores. They might be able to give you some idea where to look.
2007-01-24 03:33:45 · answer #8 · answered by Veneta T 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
try this site. hope it helps xx
http://www.redwings.org.uk/lfts/welfare-law.pdf
2007-01-23 21:11:30 · answer #9 · answered by gina 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋