Animal Welfare Collection
"Promoting Animal Welfare: From Bullfighting to Fox Hunts and Beyond" a global concern that transcends borders and cultures
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"Promoting Animal Welfare: From Bullfighting to Fox Hunts and Beyond" a global concern that transcends borders and cultures. In Spain, the Running of the Bulls during the San Fermin festival in Pamplona, Navarra, has long been a controversial event. While some see it as a thrilling tradition, others question its impact on animal well-being. Similarly, bullfighting in Spain and Europe raises ethical questions about animal kindness and ahimsa - the principle of non-violence towards all living beings. The sight of matadors steering bulls by their left horn tip or placing banderillas sticks in their necks leaves us pondering whether these practices align with our evolving understanding of compassion. Across the border in France's Provence region, bullfights also take place. Here, spectators witness the intense face-off between matador and bull. Yet again, concerns arise regarding animal welfare as this ancient spectacle unfolds before our eyes. Moving away from traditional European events, we encounter another dark chapter in history - Victorian fox hunts. The image of hunters carrying out "the kill" at these hunts sends shivers down our spines. It reminds us how far we have come in recognizing animals' rights to live free from harm. On a lighter note, who can resist smiling at the mischievous antics captured in paintings like "Three Blind Mice"? These sepia-toned artworks remind us that even small creatures deserve our care and protection. Fortunately, not all stories are bleak when it comes to animal welfare. In Hawaii's Honolua Bay marine sanctuary lies hope for endangered species like green sea turtles (Chelonia mydas). Such protected areas around the world serve as havens where animals can thrive undisturbed by human activities. Meanwhile, dedicated zookeepers nurture orphaned roe deer fawns named Korzhik, Rogalik, and Keksik with love and tenderness.