Let’s spin the globe. In Australia, it’s banned in most states. The punishment? A fine of several thousand dollars. And if you use hounds? They can seize your dogs. Imagine explaining that to your insurance company: “Yes, my hounds are evidence of a crime.”
Alfred William Strutt, "The Fox Hunt - the punishment" and "The Fox
In Ireland, it’s a bit of a muddle. It’s not outright banned, but it’s heavily restricted. The punishment is mostly a fine and a stern lecture from a judge who might secretly own a horse. It’s like a passive-aggressive note left on your saddle.
Canada is a mixed bag. Some provinces allow it, some hate it. The punishment usually involves a fine for violating wildlife laws. But honestly, most Canadian hunts are about the ride, not the kill. The foxes there are too polite to get caught.
