Turkey enacts law to impound 4 million stray dogs by 2028, sparking protests and push for foreign adoptions.
Turkey's parliament enacted a law in July to impound approximately four million stray dogs by 2028, citing concerns over public safety and health. This move has ignited protests from animal rights advocates and fears of mass euthanasia for aggressive or untreatable dogs. Meanwhile, demand for adopting these dogs abroad has surged, with activists facilitating hundreds of international adoptions, particularly in Europe, amidst ongoing local opposition.
September 05, 2024
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