In 2004 the government passed the Hunting Act which banned the practice of hunting mammals with dogs in England and Wales. The Act allows dogs to sniff out foxes but bans them from killing. The Act does not prevent hunters from using dogs to “drag hunt" which uses dogs to track and sniff out foxes. Proponents argue that fox hunting with dogs is a time honored tradition that supports rural communities. Opponents argue that killing foxes with dogs is cruel since the hunted animals suffer severe physiological and psychological stress during the hunt - whether they are killed or not.
15% Yes |
85% No |
11% Yes |
80% No |
4% Yes, this is a tradition that supports rural communities |
5% No, this is a cruel sport which should remain illegal |
See how support for each position on “Fox Hunting” has changed over time for 87.1k Ireland voters.
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Unique answers from Ireland users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
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Yes, As long as it doesn't effect the local fox population of the area
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No, grant easier access to firearms
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Yes, I love killing innocent animals
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I neither support nor condemn the practice.
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No but it should be legal
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Yes, but with regulations to reduce animal cruelty and impact on natural habitats
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