Case Studies Countries that demonstrate good control 4 Countries selected Stray dogs Aim: Further investigation Chart progress of success in achieving effective stray control

Case study countries Slovenia - Reports consistently low numbers of stray dogs - Recent history of legislative progression Sweden - Traditionally “no stray dogs” - Long history of responsible pet ownership Switzerland - Extended history of no strays - Progression towards strict dog control UK - Improving situation

Slovenia Low stray numbers - inherited a manageable problem Commitment from Government departments - Ministry of Agriculture & Veterinary Authority Enacted progressive legislation - Enforced - Registration, identification, rabies vaccination Defined National system for dealing with found dogs Network of animal shelters - Municipal and NGO run

Sweden Evolved out of rigid quarantine laws in late 1800’s Extended history of good stray control Good legislation, enforced -National and Municipal: Dog control Registration and identification National system for dealing with found dogs >90% of dogs reunited with their owners within 24 h Network of animal shelters NGO run

Switzerland Evolved out of the need to eradicate rabies Extensive registration practices Good working relationship between all stakeholders NGO’s, Police, Cantonal Vet Officers Strictly controlled breeding and sale of pets Registration and taxation system National system for dealing with found dogs 80 – 100% of dogs reunited with their owners National education programme – 2007 – 2008 (starts)

United Kingdom Improving situation No mandatory registration or licensing system National system for dealing with found dogs - Municipal dogs wardens No national government lead strategy for stray reduction Subsidized neutering and identification schemes Strong educational message