Residents of Ethiopian town forced to kill hundreds of their own dogs after rabies deaths
Summary
In the Ethiopian town of Hossana, hundreds of dogs were killed after three children died from rabies. Local groups ordered dog owners to kill their pets, even if vaccinated, but the local mayor said these killings were illegal and not directed by the government.Key Facts
- Three children died from rabies in Hossana, Ethiopia, and 80 others were hospitalized.
- Community groups told residents to kill their dogs or face fines and arrest.
- Many dogs were killed by hanging or beating, including vaccinated dogs.
- Approximately 400 to 450 dogs were killed in a few days.
- The local mayor said the dog killings were illegal and not ordered by his administration.
- Police and security forces stopped the mass killings after about a day.
- Rabies is a deadly disease, usually caught from infected dog bites, and vaccination can prevent it.
- Animal rights groups have called for investigations and accountability for the killings.
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