Movimento de proteção animal: uma análise da última década acerca dos direitos dos animais e a regulamentação de eventos culturais no Rio Grande do Sul

Abstract

Animal rights have gained significant prominence in the last decade, especially due to legislative advances and greater social awareness about animal welfare. In Brazil, cultural practices involving animals, such as rodeos and lassoing, are at the center of debates that seek to balance the preservation of cultural traditions with the protection and respect of animal rights. In Rio Grande do Sul, a state known for its strong connection to its cultural manifestations, these issues become even more relevant, considering that practices such as rodeos are seen not only as entertainment, but also as representations of regional identity. However, it is important to question to what extent such manifestations can be reconciled with ethical advances aimed at animal protection. The central problem of this study lies in the conflict between the preservation of cultural manifestations and the protection of animal rights, especially in the context of Rio Grande do Sul. How is it possible to balance the demands for cultural preservation with the ethical advances that require greater respect for animal welfare? This issue becomes even more complex when one considers the growing pressure from civil society and international organizations, which influence both the development of legislation and public perception of such practices. The analysis of this issue demands an in-depth understanding of the dynamics between culture, ethics and legislation. The relevance is related to the need to build an inclusive and ethical society, which recognizes the value of cultural traditions without neglecting the rights of non-human beings.