Primary method for stray dog management in Morocco by end of 2025
Culling • 25%
Adoption programs • 25%
Sterilization • 25%
Other methods • 25%
Official announcements from Moroccan government or credible news sources
Morocco Plans to Cull 3 Million Stray Dogs to Enhance City Aesthetics Ahead of 2030 FIFA World Cup Co-Hosted with Spain and Portugal
Jan 19, 2025, 06:12 AM
Morocco has announced plans to cull approximately three million stray dogs in preparation for the 2030 FIFA World Cup, which the country is co-hosting with Spain and Portugal. The initiative aims to enhance the aesthetic appeal of cities ahead of the international event, a move that has drawn significant criticism and sparked global outrage among animal rights advocates. The decision is part of a broader strategy to promote tourism during the World Cup, which is expected to attract millions of visitors to Morocco. The announcement has raised concerns regarding animal welfare and the ethical implications of such actions.
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Controlled hunting • 25%
Relocation • 25%
Fencing and deterrents • 25%
Other • 25%
Avoid raw food • 25%
Vaccination • 25%
Isolation of pets • 25%
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Sterile insect technique • 25%
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Quarantine measures • 25%
Chemical treatments • 25%
No changes • 25%
General tightening of animal control laws • 25%
Stricter breed-specific policies • 25%
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Yes • 50%
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Quarantine • 25%
Vaccination • 25%
Public Awareness Campaigns • 25%
Culling affected flocks • 25%
Vaccination • 25%
Quarantine and movement restrictions • 25%
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Advocate for protection • 25%
Use as campaign symbol • 25%
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General wildlife education • 25%
Wildlife habitat preservation • 25%
H5N1 and avian influenza • 25%
Conservation of big cats • 25%
Increase in coyote population • 25%
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Mild criticism • 25%
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Support • 25%
Strong condemnation • 25%