I absolutely reject the…

I absolutely reject the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry’s proposal to allow new licenses and the transfer of licenses for train and trial areas in Ontario. Instead of evolving into a province that demonstrates ethical behaviour and forward thinking, this proposal is taking massive steps backwards. Why, after 25 years, this is even being considered is baffling. In fact, instead of these new licenses, measures should be taken to close down the existing facilities immediately.

It is no secret that penned dog hunting facilities are cruel to the wild animals that are subjected to the various methods used to train dogs to hunt. We know that wildlife should never be taken from their natural environments and held captive by hunters. It’s especially cruel to use rabbits, coyotes, and foxes as pawns for hunters to train dogs and hold competitions. Since when did leisure activities, under the guise of competition, take precedence over decency? Humans should be a smart enough species to find entertainment and competition in means that do no harm to sentient beings.

Do the right thing - shut down the existing facilities and do not accept this proposal.

Respectfully,
Le-Anh