Galgo News

Category: Regulations

  • Comment on the situation for the hunting dogs of Spain

    https://elasombrario.publico.es/la-foto-de-la-verguenza-de-32-galgos-abandonados-encadenados-muertos/

    English translation of the article written by Norma Fierro.

    I suppose most of you have seen the horrific images from last week of 32 dead greyhounds in a pack of dogs in Badajoz. They died of starvation, thirst, and chained up. Those who managed to break free from their chains out of desperation tried to eat their dead companions to survive. The photo is horrifying, all those poor dogs killed by the abuse and abhorrent neglect of a hunter. Today you will hear me, because no one listened to these 32 greyhounds. This is the photo that portrays not only the absolute evil of the murderous hunter who caused this barbarity, but it is also a photo of the disastrous political decisions . It is the photo that the so-called National Animal Protection Law has given us.

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  • About the hunting society in Spain

    Plataforma para la Abolición de la Caza.

    The local hunters society had registered numerous partners in the autonomous register without their consent and without their knowledge of their inclusion; some of the registered partners had even passed away for several years. The fact said that there was a possible irregular economic benefit of the social quota, which actually operated as a private quota.

    Several groups of hunters from other provinces were also identified, who brought allegedly valid permits issued by the local hunting society. However, the agents checked that the permits lacked legal validity, since the holders were not part of such society, making this an indispensable requirement to exercise hunting in a social quota.

    Also, with the collaboration of agents of the Civil Guard Post of Sierra de Fuentes (Caceres), they found that certain kinetic activities were being developed in a limited hunting area, where the autonomous regulations expressly prohibit the practiced modality (hunting of storks from a fixed position), which the investigation entailed of six people for allegedly committing a hunting crime.

    #LaVerdadDeLaCaza

  • EU votes for animals (some animals) – report from Eurogroup for Animals

    On 19th June at 12:30, the European Parliament adopted its position on the proposal on cats and dogs with 457 votes in favor, 17 against and 86 abstentions.

    Hounds aren’t excluded.

    The outcome is generally excellent for our pets.

    Despite months of ups and downs and an endless list of exemptions, a sufficient majority of European Parliament MPs fulfilled their promises and ambitions, and continues the fight against the illegal trade of animals for their protection.

    Key results include:

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  • RSPCA – keeping your dog cool in hot weather

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    Plenty of tips to keep your dog cool in hot weather, from the RSPCA.

  • The Hidden Face of Hunting in Spain

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    The Hidden Face of Hunting: The Chronic Disprotection of Galgos and Podencos.

    In Spain, the idyllic image of the galgo running through the countryside often hides a dark and heartbreaking reality. These animals, endowed with unmatched elegance and speed, are largely victims of systemic lack of protection that condemns them to abandonment, mistreatment and, in many cases, to premature and cruel death.

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  • UK Vet Fees – petition to sign and share

    This petition is demanding the setting up of an independent regulatory authority to curb the diabolical vet fees in the UK. You need a UK postcode to sign and share.

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    Last year the Competition and Markets Authority undertook a look at vet clinics not being upfront about charges etc. This weblink give extensive details of their report, last March. Not that it will do anything to stop vets selling out to speculative companies which demand their share of vet charges.

  • Electric shock collars to be banned in England February 2026 – too late, why not now?!

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    From Bev Farmer of Podenco Friends.

    The Use of E-Collars on Podencos: what are your thoughts about using them ?

    On the attached photo a question was put to a advocate of e-collars .. Why would you use E.Collar on a podenco that has been abused ? The answer was disturbing please read the reply on the photo.

    E-Collars and Podencos: Why We Must Push for the UK Ban

    The Reality of Rescue: Healing the Broken

    Every Podenco that enters rescue has a story—often one of neglect, fear, and survival. We spend months rehabilitating them, earning their trust, and helping them recover both physically and emotionally. These dogs, already so fragile, should never be subjected to training methods that rely on pain and fear.

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  • E-collars on dogs should be banned worldwide

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  • PACMA – protestng about the Royal Decree 666/2023

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    PACMA – we want to tell you that on 5th March 2025 we have presented a proposal for an urgent modification of the terrible Royal Decree 666/2023 of the Government, which has generated enormous discomfort among veterinarians and animal guardians. There are many inconsistencies to correct.

    Why is this decree a problem?

    It requires notification of each veterinary prescription through the PRESVET system, including animals considered companion animals, when the European Regulation excludes them.

    It requires pathogen identification tests for certain antibiotics, which delays treatments and is costing animal lives.

    It imposes mandatory identification of animals for the administration of medications, making it difficult to treat community cats and abandoned animals. Such as where cats in a feral community are caught, neutered and returned to their community.

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  • Spain – National Galgo Championships 2025 in Castilla y Leon – 132 complaints against the galgueros

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    132 complaints, drugs and white weapons during the National Galgos Championship held in Madrigal de las Altas Torres, Avila.

    Among them, the Benemerita highlights the 22 complaints for possession and consumption of narcotic substances at the event, two for possession of white weapons, one for displaying weapons in an unenabled place, another for violation of hunting rules and 106 for violations related to road safety.

    News: https://www.elespanol.com/castilla-y-leon/region/avila/20250218/denuncias-drogas-armas-blancas-campeonato-nacional-galgos-tierras-abulenses/925158075_0.html