Fox News reported on October 11 2018:
courtesy: Sant Darshan Museum, Satya Sai Pandurang Kshetra Hadshi, Mulshi, Pune
"...In a sweeping move for equine rights, the Greek island of
Santorini has formally banned “obese” tourists weighing over 220 pounds from
riding local donkeys, after outcry from animal rights activists won
international media attention and backlash in recent months.
In July, the animal rights group Help the Santorini Donkeys
began petitioning for a weight restriction for donkey riders, as increasing
numbers of overweight tourists have been reportedly opting to ride – not walk –
up the steep hills of the popular cruise ship destination..."
