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Morocco's Ifrane Faces Outrage Over Street Dog Killings

6/25/2025

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In Ifrane, Morocco, a troubling wave of violence against street dogs is sweeping through the community, with reports of systematic killings through shooting and poisoning. While authorities cite rabies concerns to justify these actions, animal welfare groups highlight the stark contrast to humane solutions like the 2019 Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return program, which remains largely overlooked by local municipalities.

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In Ifrane, Morocco, a troubling wave of violence against street dogs is sweeping through the community, with reports of systematic killings through shooting and poisoning. While authorities cite rabies concerns to justify these actions, animal welfare groups highlight the stark contrast to humane solutions like the 2019 Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return program, which remains largely overlooked by local municipalities.