Register horses, other equine animals with Tamil Nadu Animal Welfare Board, owners in Coimbatore told
District Collector Pavankumar G. Giriyappanavar has mandated that all equine animals in Coimbatore must be registered with the Tamil Nadu Animal Welfare Board. Owners are required to meet specific welfare and safety standards to ensure the humane treatment of animals used for transport, racing, or events.
Why it matters
This regulation aims to improve animal welfare standards and ensure accountability for owners of working animals in urban and semi-urban environments.
All horses and other equine animals kept in Coimbatore district for passenger or goods transport, riding, riding schools, racing, weddings and other purposes must be registered with the Tamil Nadu Animal Welfare Board (TNAWB), District Collector Pavankumar G. Giriyappanavar said.
Horse owners have been advised to register details of their animals through the official website of the TNAWB and comply with regulations relating to their welfare, health, safety and humane care.
The registration process requires owners to fulfil certain conditions, including obtaining the necessary licence from the local body, having no cases relating to cruelty or neglect of animals, permitting inspection of the animals and their shelters, and submitting documents establishing ownership and identification of the animals.
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