Mayan Zone Horseback Riding Regulations Under Review

Members of the La Primavera Horse Riding Association from José María Morelos recently met with state congress deputies. The meeting was held to discuss potential amendments to the Animal Welfare Law that would permit horseback riding in the region.

Noé Media, the president of the association, explained in an interview that horseback riding does not contribute to animal abuse. He emphasized that the horses used for these rides are well taken care of, with a strong focus on their feeding and health.

Media compared horseback riding to other activities such as rodeos and lasso tournaments, where horses are often mistreated. He also mentioned charreadas, traditional Mexican rodeo events, where the handling of horses can be rough. Horseback riding, he argued, does not pose a threat to the animals' welfare.

He reassured that in the case of horseback riding in the state, the horses are well-attended to and receive a lot of care. He stated, "We are adhering to all necessary protocols."

During the meeting with the deputies, potential modifications to the existing legislation were discussed. The aim of these modifications would be to strengthen the protection of horses. These new measures would need to be included in the regulations for horseback riding.