It will come into effect starting December 21, from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. This measure will be valid until March 21, 2025.
The Municipal Veterinary Department of Concordia informs that, due to the high temperatures recorded during the summer season, animal-drawn vehicles (carts) will be restricted in the city during stipulated hours.
The measure will come into effect starting December 21, from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. throughout the city, with the aim of prioritizing animal welfare. This will be valid until March 21, 2025.
In the event that equines are in transit during those hours, it will be in violation of National Law No. 14.346 on Animal Abuse.
In addition, the Municipal Veterinary Department details the typical signs of heatstroke in the animal:
Accelerated and intense breathing.
Extreme sweating.
Elevated body temperature.
Elevated heart rate.
Tremors and muscle cramps.
Anorexia and difficulty moving.
It is recommended that equines have access to water in sufficient quantity and quality, and that they remain in ventilated and shaded spaces.
The Municipal Veterinary Department of Concordia informs that, due to the high temperatures recorded during the summer season, animal-drawn vehicles (carts) will be restricted in the city during stipulated hours.
The measure will come into effect starting December 21, from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. throughout the city, with the aim of prioritizing animal welfare. This will be valid until March 21, 2025.
In the event that equines are in transit during those hours, it will be in violation of National Law No. 14.346 on Animal Abuse.
In addition, the Municipal Veterinary Department details the typical signs of heatstroke in the animal:
Accelerated and intense breathing.
Extreme sweating.
Elevated body temperature.
Elevated heart rate.
Tremors and muscle cramps.
Anorexia and difficulty moving.
It is recommended that equines have access to water in sufficient quantity and quality, and that they remain in ventilated and shaded spaces.