As you can see, there are at least 30 baby red-eared sliders crammed into one tiny plastic tub. Let’s talk about why this is completely unacceptable. First, under UAE Federal Law No. 16 of 2007 on Animal Welfare, animals must be kept in conditions that allow them to move freely, receive proper care, and not suffer neglect or cruelty. Violations can result in fines up to AED 200,000 and even prison time. Animals also cannot be sold in unauthorized locations, and businesses selling animals must ha