@ISIDEWITHQuestionsDomestic Policy11yrs ago

Should the government allow the export of live animals to foreign countries?

Currently the Australian government permits live export trade. The ESCAS welfare assurance system was recently introduced to provide independent oversight on Animal Welfare.

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53%
Yes
47%
No
37%
Yes
45%
No
13%
Yes, allow exports to countries which enforce animal cruelty laws
2%
No, ban all live exports
3%
Yes, exports are crucial to the farming industry

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 @8HH2JF2answered…4yrs4Y

As long as the animal is in a comfortable safe traveling area.

 @9SFWKTVanswered…3mos3MO

Yes, but they should only export animals to countries with ethical farming practices and should aim to reduce the amount of live exports.

 @97Y52RCanswered…2yrs2Y

depends on situation

 @9RZM3V9answered…4mos4MO

Yes, exports are crucial to the farming industry, but with strict animal welfare laws and regulations.

 @9FFQK5Sanswered…1yr1Y

If it is done safely with the welfare of the animals prioritised.

 @92XSKBHanswered…3yrs3Y

Yes, and we should be a driver of animal cruelty laws in other countries and set an international standard.

 @92KR5TXanswered…3yrs3Y

Yes, under certain conditions and standards

 @92CJP5Ranswered…3yrs3Y

Animals should always be care for and have veterinary care

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