The Role and Welfare of Cart Donkeys Used in Waste Management in Karachi, Pakistan

The Role and Welfare of Cart Donkeys Used in Waste Management in Karachi, Pakistan

Equine ownership is a common income-generating strategy in Pakistan. In Karachi, donkey carts are used to transport building materials, commercial produce and garbage. This study aimed to articulate the role and welfare of donkeys used in waste management. We conducted interviews with donkey owners...

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Main Authors: Syed Zahir Ali Shah, Zahid Nawaz, Sher Nawaz, Gemma Carder, Manuchahar Ali, Naimatullah Soomro, Polly C. Compston
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-04-01
Series:Animals
Subjects:
cart donkey
animal welfare
waste management
Karachi
Pakistan
working equid
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/9/4/159

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