Hare coursing involving dogs chasing and killing hares was banned in England in 2004 but continues illegally, causing significant animal suffering.
Hares chased by coursing dogs experience extreme fear during pursuit and severe physical trauma from biting. Death is rarely instant and hares may be thrown between dogs and subjected to prolonged attacks before dying. The pursuit itself causes significant cardiovascular and metabolic stress. The illegal nature of coursing means perpetrators take no welfare precautions and there is no accountability for animal suffering caused.