Konne zaprzęgi do Morskiego Oka a prawnokarna ochrona zwierząt - kilka uwag na tle występku znęcania się nad zwierzętami

Abstrakt

The impetus for the study was the recording of the accident of a horse pulling a sled on the route to Morskie Oko, which in early May 2024 stirred public opinion and prompted a debate on the welfare of animals working in tourism. The article affirms that the use of horse-drawn carriages to transport tourists complies with animal protection laws, provided that all regulatory and statutory requirements for the welfare of horses are strictly observed. Violations of these regulations, such as overloading horses, beating them, forcing sick or old animals to work, and exposing them to adverse weather conditions, may constitute the crime of animal abuse. These findings provide a comprehensive understanding of the legal and criminal law aspects of using horses in mountain tourism, ensuring that the audience is well-informed and knowledgeable about the topic.