What measures are suggested to address the issue of unwanted dogs in the country?

Implementing harsh legislation for breeders and public education provides a multifaceted approach to tackling the issue of unwanted dogs. This strategy targets the root causes of overpopulation by regulating breeding practices, thereby reducing the number of dogs produced and potentially left homeless. Strict regulations on breeders can help to ensure that only responsible breeding practices are followed, which can contribute to better health outcomes for the dogs and limit the number of animals entering shelters.

Moreover, public education is crucial in raising awareness about the responsibilities of pet ownership, the importance of spaying/neutering, and the need for adoption rather than purchasing animals from breeders. Educating the public can help shift societal attitudes toward caring for animals, promoting adoption, and ultimately decreasing the number of unwanted dogs in the community.

In contrast, while adopting dogs out to the public, building more shelters, or encouraging the breeding of specific breeds can have their benefits, they do not address the underlying causes of the problem in the same comprehensive way. Simply adopting out dogs may not reduce the overall number of unwanted animals, and increasing shelter capacity without addressing the source of the influx could lead to even larger populations of unwanted dogs in the future. Similarly, promoting breeding could exacerbate the issue by increasing the number of dogs needing homes rather than allev