Cairo
Governor Dr. Ibrahim Saber inspected the ongoing construction work for the
stray dog shelter project to monitor its progress.
Governor Saber said
that this shelter is a collaborative effort among the Cairo Governorate, the
Ministry of Agriculture, and the General Authority for Veterinary Services in
an area of 5000 m² east of the Autostrad road in the Tebbin neighborhood to provide
a place to house stray dogs, with the aim of ensuring public safety for
citizens without prejudice to the principle of animal welfare.
Moreover, Saber
stated that the shelter, expected to be completed within two months, will be
managed scientifically, based on the principle that animal welfare is a
fundamental element for maintaining environmental balance. This will be in
cooperation with the General Authority for Veterinary Services and the Cairo
Directorate of Veterinary Medicine. Collaboration will also extend to NGOs and
civil society organizations concerned with animal welfare issues in managing
the shelter and providing care for the dogs.
Saber mentioned that
the shelter would deliver medical care via a dedicated team of expert
veterinarians. It will feature specific zones for dog care and provide adoption
services once dogs are confirmed healthy, free of diseases, and fully
vaccinated.
Source: Media Department, Cairo
Governorate