India (Mumbai)
Maharashtra Announces Three New Stray Dog Shelters For Mumbai
The Maharashtra Government has announced plans to establish three modern stray dog shelters in Mumbai as part of efforts to expand the city’s capacity to care for free roaming dogs. The proposed facilities will be located in Malad, Mulund and Mahul, with state officials saying the shelters could be operational within six months. The announcement follows growing political pressure over the management of Mumbai’s estimated 94,000 free roaming dogs and wider discussions on implementing recent Supreme Court directives.
Bahrain
Authorities Introduce New Measures Around Heritage Sites
Bahrain’s Northern Municipal Council has approved new measures to prevent the feeding of free roaming dogs at archaeological and historical sites, including the UNESCO listed Dilmun Burial Mounds. Officials said new warning signs will be installed, fencing strengthened and animal control teams granted supervised access to remove dogs humanely through capture, sterilisation and temporary sheltering. The government also confirmed work is continuing on updated legislation covering pet ownership, microchip registration and responsible ownership.
India (Jammu & Kashmir)
Authorities Ban Unauthorised Relocation Of Free Roaming Dogs
The Jammu and Kashmir administration has prohibited individuals, Resident Welfare Associations and private organisations from relocating free roaming dogs without authorisation. Officials said the move is intended to ensure that dog population management remains consistent with legal requirements and approved Animal Birth Control procedures, while preventing the indiscriminate movement of dogs between communities.
Mexico (Zumpango)
Concerns Grow As Municipality Remains Without Canine Control Centre
Residents in Zumpango have raised concerns over increasing numbers of free roaming dogs while the municipality continues to operate without a dedicated canine control centre. Local reports say complaints relating to abandoned and free roaming animals have increased, with campaigners calling for improved veterinary services, sterilisation programmes and responsible population management.
Zambia (Kabwe)
Municipal Council Launches Dog Registration Programme
Kabwe Municipal Council has launched a dog registration exercise aimed at improving responsible ownership and strengthening rabies prevention measures. Officials said registering owned dogs will help improve vaccination coverage, support disease surveillance and contribute to better long-term management of the local dog population.
Thailand (Phuket)
Shelter Warns Funding Shortfall Threatens Care For More Than 1,000 Dogs
One of Phuket’s largest dog shelters has warned that rising costs and insufficient funding are placing increasing pressure on its ability to care for more than 1,000 rescued dogs. Shelter managers said additional financial support is urgently needed to continue providing food, veterinary treatment and daily care, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by long term sanctuary facilities.
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