On behalf of Galgos sin Fronteras (an association for the rescue and adoption of greyhounds used primarily for hunting) and FAPAM (Federation of associations for the protection and defence of animals in the Community of Madrid), on banning the use of greyhounds in hunting practices  

The petitioner calls for a ban on hunting with greyhounds, which in her view is contrary to the Habitats Directive, on the grounds that hunting with greyhounds is the only form of hunting in Europe where the dog chases its prey and kills it. This process is not selective and animals at risk of extinction or endangered species may be killed in Natura 2000 Network areas, in breach of both the Habitats Directive and the Birds Directive, and the EC LIFE programme for the conservation of species.