This proposal is suggesting…

This proposal is suggesting an extremely cruel and quite frankly archaic program. As an Ottawa resident, I am shocked that these facilities not only exist but are also in consideration to be expanded. This is an INHUMANE practice which subjects wildlife like rabbits, coyotes and foxes to train dogs.

I strongly oppose the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry's proposal to allow new licenses, and the transfer of existing licenses, for dog train and trial areas in Ontario.

Penned dog hunting facilities are cruel and barbaric to the wild animals used to train dogs to hunt. Wildlife should never be taken from their natural environments and held captive by hunters. New licenses for dog training and trail facilities are a huge step backward for our society. How would the general public feel about these facilities if details were broadly disseminated. Likely the public would be disgusted with these facilities, as I am. These facilities have no place in Ontario or anywhere in Canada.

Finally, instead of allowing new applications, the province's existing 24 facilities need to be closed immediately.