Stellungnahme des Fachbeirats Tiergenetische Ressourcen: Kurzstellungnahme zum Entwurf zur Änderung des Tierschutzgesetzes.

The Advisory Board on Animal Genetic Resources has published a statement on the draft amendment to the Animal Welfare Act. The board warns of negative impacts on endangered native livestock breeds and biodiversity. In particular, the ban on tethering animals could lead to farms abandoning cattle farming and thus risking the loss of breed populations. The board recommends a longer-term transitional regulation for endangered breeds. Furthermore, the need for clear regulations on the use of facility carriers in breeding is emphasized. Other recommendations concern exemptions for animal breeding shows and the ban on tail docking of lambs. [Extracted from the article]