The Turkish government insists the law is necessary to protect citizens from aggressive dogs. With an estimated four million strays roaming the country, there have been instances of people being attacked, particularly by packs. However, animal rights activists argue that the solution is unnecessarily cruel and have labeled it the "massacre law."
The legislation requires municipalities to round up stray dogs and place them in shelters to be vaccinated, neutered, and potentially rehomed. However, the law also permits the euthanasia of dogs deemed too sick, dangerous, or aggressive. Critics argue that this provision is too vague and will be used to justify the killing of healthy animals.
Adding fuel to the fire is the concern over a lack of resources. Building and maintaining enough shelters to house millions of dogs will be an expensive undertaking, and many doubt the capability of cash-strapped municipalities.
The protests against the law have spread beyond Turkey's borders. Animal lovers across Europe are voicing their anger and concern, with some groups warning that the new measures could deter tourists from choosing Turkey for their holidays.
The new law has ignited a fiery debate with passionate arguments on both sides. Whether it will ultimately impact the number of British tourists heading to Turkish beaches this summer remains to be seen.
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