Abu Dhabi rolls out awareness drive to manage stray dogs

An awareness campaign has been launched in Abu Dhabi about safe practices for handling and managing the increasing number of stray dogs in the emirate.

The initiative led by the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) aims to promote responsible pet ownership and address the consequences of pet abandonment.

It also seeks to preserve public health and safety while ensuring appropriate care for stray animals.

The campaign is being carried out through the DMT’s social media platforms.

The DMT highlighted that owners of farms, ranches and individuals play a crucial role in safeguarding the community and its well-being.

Dog owners are urged to keep their pets within their premises and ensure that no food waste is left around the area to avoid attracting a congregation of animals.

Additionally, sterilization is encouraged as an effective measure to deal with the rising number of stray dogs.

Management programme for stray and lost animals:

Starting 2024, the municipalities affiliated with the DMT will undertake the responsibility of managing stray and lost animals.

The services will include the reservation and sterilization of stray animals, providing guidance on handling them, and conducting educational and awareness campaigns for the community.

أطلقت دائرة البلديات والنقل حملة توعوية بهدف رفع حس المسؤولية لأصحاب الكلاب وأفضل أساليب التعامل مع الكلاب السائبة والضالة في مناطق المزارع والعزب pic.twitter.com/hWQyBCCzZu

— دائرة البلديات والنقل (@AbuDhabiDMT) July 31, 2023