"Spanish Animal Rights Law: Bullfights and Hunting with Dogs Exempted"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ABC News
Spain has implemented its first animal welfare law, which prohibits the use of animals for recreational activities that cause them pain and suffering, but controversially exempts bullfights and hunting with dogs. The law aims to crack down on animal mistreatment, particularly of domestic animals, and introduces fines for offenders. It also bans the sale of pets in stores or online, promotes adoption from registered breeders, allows pets in most establishments, and prohibits the use of wild animals in circuses. However, certain requirements and legal aspects have been delayed due to the absence of a sitting government following inconclusive elections.
