11. Niger
Score – 76
This African country doesn’t formally recognize animal sentience in its laws, but it does mention that animals need to be transported in the best conditions and on the shortest route to protect them from the heat and the elements. There are also laws set in place against animal cruelty, as well as specific articles regarding farm animals and pets, as well as animals used in scientific research.
Overall, Niger has some pretty good laws set in place to protect animals, but it still has a long way to go as it offers no specific protection for animals in captivity or wild animals. Furthermore, the government doesn’t really seem committed to improve animal protection, while accountability for animal cruelty acts isn’t always what it should be.
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