A controversial new law has been introduced in Turkey which has seen the government declare stray dogs can be rounded up and culled
UK holidaymakers are up in arms, pledging a « boycott » of Turkey and « cancelling » their planned getaways in light of a contentious new legislation.
The so-called « dog massacre » law, sanctioned by the government, authorises the collection and potential culling of stray canines – an act that’s sparked public outrage. The legislation is ostensibly designed to take dogs off the streets and house them in shelters, yet it also specifies that any dog displaying aggression or suffering from incurable ailments will be euthanised.
This drastic measure comes in the wake of rising concerns over animal attacks, traffic incidents, and rabies, with turkey facing an estimated population of 4 million strays, Birmingham Live reports.
One wrathful X user blasted the law, writing: « Mr Erdogen, do you still remember that day, during 2023 Turkey Earthquake, Indian sniffer dogs rescued a girl trapped in quake rubble. (….) ».