Articles tagged with 'Racing animals'
What are the animal welfare issues with Thoroughbred horse racing?
This article provides a summary of the key problems associated with the horse racing industry that need to be resolved in order to protect the welfare of racehorses. For further information on these topics please follow the links at the end of the article.
What is pigeon rotavirus and what should be done to stop it spreading in racing pigeons?
Pigeon rotavirus causes a highly infectious and fatal disease. The virus was first detected in racing pigeons in Western Australia a year ago and has now spread to the eastern states causing significant suffering and killing thousands of racing pigeons as well as those owned by pigeon fanciers.
Should horse races be permitted in very hot weather?
Horse racing inherently poses significant risks to animal welfare. Racing horses in very hot weather places them at significant risk of dehydration and heat stress. However, there are no consistent rules that prohibit horse racing in Australia above a specific temperature.
What is the RSPCA’s view on the use of tongue ties in horse racing?
A tongue tie is a large band (leather/rubber or lycra/neoprene) that is tightly wrapped around a horse’s tongue and then tied around the lower jaw to keep the tongue in place during training or racing.
Are whips used in horse harness racing?
Concerns regarding the use of whips in Thoroughbred racing have increased in recent years but there has been less focus on their use on standardbred horses for harness racing.
Do racehorses need to be whipped for performance and safety?
The need and right to whip racehorses merely for sport and wagering is being increasingly questioned by the community due to animal welfare concerns.
What is the RSPCA’s view on canine artificial insemination?
Female dogs can become pregnant via either natural mating with a male dog, or through an artificial insemination procedure. There are three main methods that can be used for artificial insemination: vaginal, transcervical, and surgical.