Abu Dhabi Launches Campaign To Address Pet Ownership, Stray Dog Issue

The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) in Abu Dhabi, UAE, has launched an awareness campaign to address the issue of stray dogs in the emirate.
The campaign aims to promote responsible pet ownership and protect public health and safety while ensuring proper care for the increasing number of stray animals.

The initiative is being carried out through social media platforms and seeks to educate residents about safe practices for handling stray or lost dogs. It emphasizes the importance of preventing pet abandonment, which contributes to the stray dog problem in residential areas.

The DMT encourages pet owners to keep their dogs within their premises and avoid leaving food waste around, which can attract stray animals. They also encourage the sterilization of dogs as an effective measure to manage the growing population of stray dogs.

Starting from 2024, the municipalities affiliated with the DMT will take on the responsibility of managing stray and lost animals.
This includes reserving and sterilizing stray animals, providing guidance on handling them, and conducting educational and awareness campaigns for the community.

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The campaign of the Abu Dhabi Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) is set to raise awareness about the humane treatment of stray dogs. The campaign also aims to get people involved in safeguarding the community and its well-being.

The DMT wants people to know that they can play a role in managing the stray dog issue by being responsible pet owners and by following proper guidance. This will help to create a safe and healthy environment for everyone in Abu Dhabi.