Tuesday, April 10, 2012

LEGISLATIVE AND REGULATORY OPTIONS FOR ANIMAL WELFARE IN COLOMBIA




According to Sociedad protectora de animales, there are many ways to protect an animal. One way is demand animal laws and to avoid animal’s law's impunity. Therefore, we must know about what Colombian government is offering us to keep animal welfare.  So,  it is important be aware that The Colombian constitution does not recognize animal rights, however Law 84 of 1989 stipulated a statute to protect animals, with the exception of bullfighting and cock fights, which are considered to be part of the Culture of Colombia. Unfortunately, although Colombian constitution is against animal traffic ,many people practice this type of crime. In addition Colombia is one of the major sources and routes for animal trafficking in the world. There are numerous non-governmental organizations working in Colombia on behalf of animal rights, but it does not happen. So, I think we must help to stop not only animal abuse, also we must stop the human violence and the Colombian impunity because it is the only way to be helpful for our society. 

By Maria Jose Miranda

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