Egypt Dog Breed Ban: What You Need to Know

Egypt has recently banned several dog breeds, sparking concerns among dog owners and enthusiasts. The ban affects breeds considered to be "dangerous" or "aggressive".

The breeds affected by the ban include the Pit Bull, American Staffordshire Terrier, and Rottweiler. These breeds have been linked to attacks on humans and other animals.

The ban aims to improve public safety and reduce the number of dog attacks. The Egyptian government has cited statistics showing a rise in dog-related incidents in recent years.

Dog owners in Egypt are now required to register their dogs with the authorities and obtain a special permit.

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A fatal attack in a Cairo suburb led to the creation of a new Egyptian dog law.

The attack involved a dog that had previously attacked another neighbor in the same residential complex.

The new law includes strict penalties for dog attacks and a prohibition on the import or possession of certain foreign breeds.

These breeds include pit bulls, Rottweilers, German shepherds, and many others.

The law is being criticized for being overly broad and not taking into account the individual circumstances of each dog.

The average daily temperature in Egypt rarely drops below 50 degrees Fahrenheit and is above 90 degrees Fahrenheit from March through November, making some breeds climatically unsuited to the country.

Pressure for passage of the new law had been building since 2016 when six dogs mauled a female child in Shobramant, another Cairo suburb.

Calls for a ban on foreign dog breeds gained momentum after a series of high-profile attacks in Cairo suburbs.

The new law in Egypt classifies dogs as either safe or dangerous based on their breed, with only a select few breeds allowed.

Pet owners are required to register their dogs with the General Authority of Veterinary Services, and failure to do so can result in a prison sentence of up to six months or a ten-year sentence if an attack results in a fatality.

The registration fee can be as high as 50,000 Egyptian pounds, or around $1,618.

The law also bans exotic pets like cheetahs, tigers, lions, gorillas, chimpanzees, monkeys, crocodiles, turtles, venomous snakes, wolves, foxes, bears, pandas, and hippos.

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has suspended dog imports from Egypt until veterinary safeguards are established to prevent the importation of rabid dogs.

Egypt's new 'Dangerous Animals' Law has sparked controversy among dog owners and animal rights advocates. The law permits only a select few breeds, including cocker spaniels, Labradors, poodles, and Maltese.

The law was introduced after a tragic incident involving a pit bull attack that ended in a fatality. It requires pet owners to register their dogs with the General Authority for Veterinary Services within six months.

Dog owners who fail to register their dogs can face imprisonment for a minimum of six months and a fine of up to 50,000 Egyptian pounds. The registration fee costs between 1,000 and 15,000 Egyptian pounds.

The law also prohibits the ownership of exotic pets like cheetahs, tigers, lions, and wolves. The list of banned breeds includes some questionable choices, such as German shepherds, which are considered safe in other countries.

The law has been criticized for its arbitrary and confusing breed classification. One pet owner was quoted saying, "I raised my dogs alongside my own children, so how can the law consider them to be a threat?"

The law's focus on breed rather than owner responsibility has raised concerns among animal welfare advocates. Mona Khalil, chair of the Egyptian Society for Mercy to Animals, compared the law to prohibiting people from driving cars because of a car accident.

The registration process requires pet owners to pay a fee of up to 50,000 Egyptian pounds to Egypt's General Organization for Veterinary Services.

The U.S. regulations regarding dog imports from Egypt are currently on hold due to concerns about rabies. The CDC is waiting for "appropriate veterinary safeguards" to be established before lifting the ban.

Dr. Salah Hassan, a veterinarian, suggests that mandating a Rabies Titer Test for dogs before export could be a solution. This test checks the effectiveness of the vaccine given to the dog.

Egyptian rescuers are hoping the CDC will speed up the process and set new regulations that can be followed.