I am deeply outraged by the…

I am deeply outraged by 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. This is an utterly unacceptable decision that goes against the welfare of wild animals.

The existence of penned dog hunting facilities is nothing short of cruel. The innocent wildlife in these facilities are subjected to unimaginable suffering through various methods employed to train dogs for hunting purposes. It is an appalling practice that should never be tolerated.

The notion of capturing wild animals from their natural habitats and confining them for the entertainment of hunters is both morally reprehensible and inherently cruel. Using rabbits, coyotes, and foxes as mere pawns for hunters to train their dogs and engage in competitions is an outrageous abuse of power.

By considering the opening of applications for train and trial spaces after 25 years, Ontario is taking a massive step backward into a dark and unethical past. These facilities have no place in our society, let alone in our province. It is disheartening to witness such a regressive decision being entertained.

Rather than allowing new applications, it is imperative that the province takes immediate action to close down the existing 24 facilities. This is the only course of action that aligns with compassion, respect for wildlife, and the values of a progressive society. Anything short of that is a betrayal to the principles we should uphold.