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Global Stray Dog Crisis Map Completed
Dog Desk Animal Action’s Global Stray Dog Crisis Map is now complete.
The project assesses countries based on available evidence relating to stray dog welfare, population management, shelter systems, culling practices and legislative developments. The map is intended to provide a global overview of where free roaming dogs face the greatest challenges and where progress is being made.
Over the coming weeks, individual country blogs will be released daily to accompany the map. These articles will explore the situation in each country in greater depth, examining local legislation, welfare concerns, population management strategies and emerging developments affecting dogs on the ground.
The map and accompanying country profiles form part of Dog Desk Animal Action’s ongoing commitment to evidence-based reporting on global companion animal welfare.
You can see the map here
Vietnam
Police Rescue More Than 400 Cats From Theft Ring Linked To Meat Trade
Vietnamese police rescued more than 400 cats and arrested nine suspects during a major operation targeting a criminal network allegedly involved in pet theft and the cat meat trade. The case has reignited debate around animal welfare and pet protection laws in Vietnam.
Australia
Greyhound Welfare Concerns Spark Renewed Calls For Reform
Greyhound Racing South Australia is facing scrutiny after two greyhounds were reportedly found in poor condition, prompting renewed calls for stronger welfare oversight and implementation of industry reforms.
United States
North Carolina Shelter Fined Over Euthanasia Practices
State regulators have fined a North Carolina shelter after investigators concluded dozens of dogs were euthanised using improper methods. The case has raised questions about shelter oversight and accountability.
Kazakhstan
Debate Continues Over New Stray Animal Legislation
Animal welfare organisations and public safety advocates remain divided over Kazakhstan’s approach to stray dog management, euthanasia provisions and sheltering requirements under revised legislation.
Morocco
Influencer Arrested After Posting Dog-Eating Video
Moroccan authorities arrested a social media influencer after he published footage showing a dog being skinned, cooked and eaten. The video triggered widespread public outrage and renewed discussion about animal cruelty laws and enforcement.
Pakistan
Lahore Dog Culling Controversy Deepens Despite Court Orders
Animal welfare groups in Lahore have pointed out that authorities are continuing to kill stray dogs despite court rulings favouring humane population management. Campaigners argue that sterilisation and vaccination programmes are not being implemented at the scale required, while authorities maintain they are acting in the interests of public safety. The dispute has become one of Pakistan’s most significant animal welfare debates and continues to draw national attention.
Pakistan is currently one of seven countries in crisis on the Dog Desk Animal Action Global Stray Dog Crisis Map which assess systemic risk to stray dogs globally.
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