Morocco
Animal Welfare Organisation Raises Concerns Over New Stray Animal Law
The Humane Society of Morocco has raised concerns following the adoption of legislation governing the management of free roaming animals. While the new framework includes provisions relating to shelters, sterilisation, vaccination and a national animal database, animal welfare advocates have warned about aspects of the legislation and its potential impact on those working to protect and care for animals on the streets.
Egypt
Government Launches National Street Dog Management Plan
Egypt’s Ministry of Agriculture has announced the implementation of a national plan for managing free roaming animals, reaffirming sterilisation, rabies vaccination and Trap Neuter Return as the country’s official approach to street dog population management. Authorities have also warned against poisoning and indiscriminate mass killing, presenting humane population control as the alternative to lethal methods.
Türkiye
Government Claims More Than 92% Of Free-Roaming Animals Are Now In Shelters And Natural Habitats
Türkiye’s Interior Minister Mustafa Çiftçi has claimed that 92.35% of the country’s free roaming animals are now being kept in shelters and so called natural life areas. The government says it intends to remove all remaining free roaming animals from the streets by the end of the year, as the nationwide collection programme continues amid serious concerns from animal welfare organisations about capacity and the fate of dogs removed from their communities.
Romania
New County Dog Shelter Project Moves Forward In Alba
Plans for a new shelter for free roaming dogs in Câlnic, Alba County, have moved forward following an environmental decision for the project. The proposed facility, reportedly representing an investment of more than €1 million, is intended to increase accommodation capacity for dogs collected from the streets.
France
Animal Welfare Organisation Opposes Killing Of Free Roaming Dogs In Overseas Territories
The 30 Millions d’Amis Foundation has spoken out against proposals concerning the killing of free roaming dogs as a means of population control in French overseas territories. The organisation is calling for authorities to prioritise humane and sustainable measures, including sterilisation, rather than lethal population management.
Brazil
Aracaju Expands Free Veterinary Care After More Than 2,000 Animals Treated
Aracaju’s municipal Aju Animal programme has provided more than 2,000 veterinary consultations since services began and is expanding access to free veterinary care. The programme provides support for dogs and cats whose guardians meet eligibility requirements, improving access to treatment for animals that might otherwise go without essential veterinary care.