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Hunting with Dogs

Is hunting feral pigs with dogs legal in Australia?

Unfortunately, hunting of pigs with dogs is a legal activity in some parts of Australia, with laws varying between states and territories. In some jurisdictions, dogs can be used to flush out or locate feral pigs but they are not permitted to bring them down.

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How are dogs used for hunting?

The use of dogs in hunting can pose welfare risks to both the animal being hunted and the dog. The regulations and licences regarding the use of dogs in hunting vary between states and territories.

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What happens when dogs are used to hunt feral pigs?

The use of dogs in pig hunting poses significant welfare risks to both the pig being hunted and the dogs involved. Hunting pigs with dogs involves the dog flushing out the pig and chasing it until it is exhausted or cornered.

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Is it legal to use dogs to hunt deer?

The use of dogs in hunting can pose welfare risks to both the animal being hunted and the dog.

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