mo4ch:>New Russian law forbids killing & mistreating animals, restricts petting zoos & illegal circuses | Mo4ch News

We are responsible for those we tame. And it’s now a law in Russia as Vladimir Putin put his signature under new legislation, which bans killing, pitting and other forms of mistreatment of animals.The Law on Responsible Treatment of Animals prohibits the killing of animals “under any pretext.” It also outlaws shooting or poisoning stray dogs and cats, which has been happening in many Russian cities in recent years. Homeless animals are to be captured, sterilized, vaccinated and released with a special microchip. Organizing animal fights and hounding beasts at other animals or people has also been made illegal.The law orders pets to be kept in proper conditions by their masters. It bans contact or petting zoos from being opened at the malls, which is a common thing across Russia, as well as hosting animals at bars and restaurants.Also on rt.comRussian Hachiko: Loyal pooch spends weeks outside hospital awaiting master’s recovery (VIDEO)In April, two bears escaped from a café and caused …