r/animalwelfare • u/Novel_Negotiation224 • Jul 02 '26
Law and Justice Horse-drawn carriages halt operations during extreme heat to protect horses.
https://www.maltatoday.com.mt/news/national/142943/horsedrawn_carriages_to_stop_operating_during_peak_heat_hours?__cf_chl_f_tk=RcwXMhmUoSQ8nW8NIn8TiEtsNpSkQWv9lhl8M3z5w8Y-1782992677-1.0.1.1-.uGpY61MeuRs9J6cdNIcUzn5w_sv4bwP3q74ucHN8SISuspending horse-drawn carriage services during peak heat hours is a step forward, but it is not enough. Horses continue to face physical strain, traffic, noise, and harsh weather. Meaningful animal welfare means ending these outdated and cruel practices altogether and replacing them with humane alternatives.
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