Claims that dozens of hunting dogs were being abused in Glen Innes was simply not true, say both hunters and the state RSPCA branch.
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Ned Makim of the Australian Pig Doggers and Hunters Association (APDHA) has responded strongly to comments from a local RSPCA volunteer that dogs were being mistreated in town.
Mr Makim said the comments displayed a "breathtaking bigotry".
"And worse, the RSPCA, has sought to link the tragic death of an Inverell toddler to hunting in a cynical attempt to win political points. It's unbelievable," Mr Makim said.
Local RSPCA volunteer and dog coordinator Brigitte Burridge argued earlier this month that dog owners should either treat their dogs properly or keep them out of town.
"Either don't have them in town or, really, treat them with some respect. Treat them like you treat another dog," she said.
But after her comments were reported, the state branch of the RSPCA contacted the Examiner to say it did not approve her comments.
Ms Burridge had estimated there were a few dozen dogs being locked up for extended periods, not being fed or watered, and that these dogs potentially posed a risk to life and limb.
But Mr Makim disagreed and said the number of dogs being abused in Glen Innes was about zero, and that even the few underfed animals were not a serious public safety risk.
"A group's political views are its own business, even if those views contradict the group's legislative power requiring it to enforce the law without fear or favour.
"But for the RSPCA to abuse its trusted position to attack a legitimate section of society going about their lawful business is reprehensible."
Mr Makim said there was not one shred of proof presented to back up any of the RSPCA's claims that hunting dogs were involved in any of the incidents she alleged.
"Far from it. People see things through their own bigotry and the fur baby cult has a lot to answer for," Mr Makim said. "The bigotry on display is breathtaking."
Mr Makim said the APDHA supported the pursuit on animal cruelty cases and said any neglect or mistreatment should be pursued for the sake of the animal.
He said the legal pig hunting community was outraged by the attack and wanted an apology.
Meanwhile, RSPCA NSW said it did not endorse the idea that there are 'dangerous' breeds of dogs that should be removed from the local community.
"The RSPCA does not consider any dog of any size, breed or mix of breeds to be more dangerous and thus dogs should not be declared dangerous on the basis of breed or appearance. Each individual dog should be assessed based on their behaviour," a statement from the organisation said.