Published 07/30/2024 11:21:00 a.m.

Turkey approves law to remove stray dogs from streets. Opposition vows to fight the ‘massacre law’

Legislators in Turkey approved a law to remove millions of stray dogs, raising fears it may cause many deaths or overcrowded shelters.
Hundreds protested in Istanbul, declaring, “Your massacre law is just a piece of paper for us.”
The Humane Society International expressed concerns to President Erdogan about “unnecessary suffering and death” from the law.

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The Hindu

Turkey approves controversial stray dog cull

Animal rights campaigners, who fear the draft law is a cover for a huge cull despite government denials, instead advocate a mass sterilisation campaign.

07/29/2024 8:19:00 p.m.·India

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The Independent

Anger as Turkey approves stray dog ‘massacre law’

Animal welfare groups warned the law could dissuade tourists from visiting Turkey

07/30/2024 7:51:51 a.m.·London, United Kingdom

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CTV News

Turkiye approves law to remove stray dogs from streets. Opposition vows to fight the 'massacre law'

Legislators approved Tuesday a new law aimed at removing millions of stray dogs from Turkey's streets that animal lovers fear will lead to many of the dogs being killed or ending up in neglected, overcrowded shelters.

07/31/2024 6:14:47 p.m.·Canada

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Reuters

Turkey passes law to round up stray dogs, opposition vows appeal

Turkey's parliament passed a law on Tuesday to round up millions of stray dogs and put them into shelters despite protests by animal lovers and criticism from the main opposition party, which vowed to challenge the legislation in court.

07/30/2024 11:21:00 a.m.·United Kingdom

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NDTV

Turkey Introduces 'Massacre Law' To Remove Stray Dogs From Streets

To combat the number of stray dogs in the nation, Turkish lawmakers recently passed a new rule. The Grand National Assembly passed the bill following an overnight session; the government had pushed for its approval before to the summer break, according to The Times. Municipalities are required by law to gather stray dogs, place them in shelters, and make sure they are spayed, neutered, and vaccinated before being adopted. There are worries, tho…

07/31/2024 9:03:48 a.m.·New Delhi, India

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Associated Press News

Turkey approves law to remove stray dogs from streets. Opposition vows to fight the 'massacre law'

Turkish legislators have approved a new law aimed at removing millions of stray dogs from Turkey’s streets that animal lovers fear will lead to many stray dogs being killed or ending up in neglected, overcrowded shelters.

07/30/2024 7:01:38 a.m.·United States

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