A CONFRONTING new billboard in Horsham aims to increase reporting of animal abuse.
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People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals placed the billboard on Dooen Road, calling on people to report drug and animal abuse in shearing sheds.
The group said the advertisement came after four shearers faced animal cruelty charges in Horsham Magistrate’s Court in February.
The ad features the gaunt face of a man beside the words: "Dave has been up on ice for three days. Shearing and drugs don't mix. If you see something, say something. Always report animal abuse.”
PETA campaigns associate director Ashley Fruno said people and animals were both at risk when farm workers were under the influence of drugs.
"Human health is at risk, and animals can be injured or even killed when workers shear them under the influence of drugs,’’ she said.
"Shearers in Horsham and across the country can help sheep by bringing to light the dangerous behaviour which appears to be widespread throughout Australian sheds.’’