New York City has taken a major step to ban carriage rides, marking a shift in how the city regulates animal-drawn vehicles. The move follows advocacy efforts to address concerns over animal welfare and public safety. Supporters argue the ban reflects growing recognition of outdated practices in urban environments. The legislation now awaits final approval before becoming law.


This month, the New York City Council passed Intro 943, prohibiting carriage rides. You might have seen the announcements: “Finally…we are ENDING cruel ...