Road Transport

TRUCKING

  • Transport by trucks is no doubt comfortable but the vehicles should be suitably constructed for carrying different species of animals and must permit a careful loading and unloading of animals.
  • Animals should be secured only to reasonable extent, so as not to allow them to jump out of the truck.
  • Forcible and painful tying of legs of calves and sheep especially with thin cutting strings is unwarranted.
  • Overcrowding of animals in small spaces should be condemned. In summer they should be protected from sun.
  • Pigs should be kept cool by sprinkling water over them or by transporting them during night.
  • Only four adult cattle or six calves may be carried per small truck. In any case, each cow should be given 2 square metres and an attendant should be able to move freely between the cattle.
  • Only 40 sheep or goats may be carried per truck, and an attendant should be able to move freely between the animals. The minimum space for poultry within cages is 1'x1'x1' (feet) for chickens and 2'x2'x2' (feet) for hens and cocks.
  • All trucks carrying animals must be fitted with a ramp. Animals must be accompanied by an attendant. Food and water must be provided during long journeys.
  • Animals must be accompanied by a veterinary certificate verifying that the animals are free from disease. The name and address of the owner, the number of animals being carried and the destination must be clearly marked on the truck.
  • Vehicle floors should be matted or grooved to prevent slippage. The vehicle must travel at a measured, uniform speed to avoid discomfort to the animals (PETA).

Click here to view approximate floor space for transporting different classes of animals

Last modified: Thursday, 12 April 2012, 9:07 AM