Here’s the “upsetting” moment that a video seems to capture after a weekend hunting event.
The video, which was uploaded by Hertfordshire Hunt Saboteurs and an anti-hunting organization group, has been condemned in the UK by its national hunter body.
After the outrage over the viral video, the RSPCA confirmed that it will be investigating the incident.
The footage shows a white horse running from a trailer to its destination before being stopped by a young rider.
Dressed in navy blue and cream trousers, a woman grabs the reins and kicks the horse’s torso before slapping it in the face.
After a Cottesmore Hunt hunting event, which was held in Rutland (East Midlands), this is what happens: a female rider kicks and repeatedly hits a horse.
Hertfordshire Hunt Saboteurs, who state they use non-violent direct actions to save wildlife, posted the video on Twitter and tagged the RSPCA.
The group said on Sunday that the incident took place after a Cottesmore Hunt on Saturday afternoon.
Cottesmore hunt stated it was not supportive of the actions in the video under any circumstances.
According to ITV, the group stated that it would remind all its supporters that such behavior will not be tolerated.
RSPCA described the event as “upsetting” and asked for witnesses.
RSPCA confirmed that they were made aware, and added: ‘This footage was upsetting. All complaints regarding animal welfare are investigated, and we will continue to investigate them if required.
“We urge anybody with any information regarding this incident to call us at 0300 123 4999.
The Hunting Office, however, has condemned the footage, claiming that the victim does not belong in any way to the hunting association. According to ITV.
According to the governing body, the outlet was informed that it expects animal welfare at its highest levels at all times. This includes hunting fields and the off-hunting field. It also condemned the actions of this person who isn’t a member.