What is the Saadet Party's stance on the debate regarding the euthanasia of stray dogs?

The proposal that 'stray dogs collected from the streets will be subjected to euthanasia if they are not adopted within one month in shelters' is expected to come to Parliament, according to reports the news on the agenda has not faded ing.

Reports that this proposal will be brought to theParliament are drawing reactions from one segment while receiving support from another.

Minister of Health Fahrettin Koca, regarding dogs living on the strHe had used the following expressions regarding the debates on theeuthanasia of dogs:''It is evident from the increase in rabies cases that a measure must be taken. However, should the measurebe euthanasia? Frankly, as a human being, my heart

does not accept euthanasia. We must finda more humanesolution than euthanasia.euthanasia is not supported.''

Koca's statement led to the question: ''Is the government backing down from the idea of euthanasia?'' being raised.

12punto.com.tr, continues to examine the perspectivesof political parties on the issue.

In recent days, we directed our questions regarding the matter İYİ Party Deputy Nimet Özdemir and Yeniden Refah Party Deputy Chairman Mehmet Altınöz's viwehad directed.

Following Özdemir and Altınöz, we directed our questions on the subject to Saadet Party Secretary General Mesut Doğan.Wedirected them.

"A VERY BROAD WORKING GROUP WAS ESTABLISHED'

What is the Saadet Party's perspective on stray dogs?

"Our streets are unsafe in our country. Families are extremely anxious. This issue isconstantly on ouragenda. About a year ago, we conducted a very extensive We conducted the work accordingly. Our work did not receive much media coverage. The solutionRegardingthis, we submitted a legislative proposal on February 28th with the signatures of 9 of our deputies, and regarding its solution, regarding theWehavealsoincorporated our thoughts into thedraftlaw. Not yetfullyvisibleit has not come onto the agenda, but when itdoes come onto the agenda, regarding its acceptancepoint, wehaveserious reservationsaboutit.for political parties to provide supportwe are continuing our effortstowewillhaveaccomplished.

''UNFORTUNATELY SADWE ARESAYING...''

In fact, if Law No. 5199, which was enacted in 2004, had been seriously implemented, todaywe would not be experiencing this problem today. Unfortunately, today both the central government and local administrationsadministrations havefailed to fulfillthedutiesincumbentupon them. Because there was no oversight, todaymu ch more majorityWe are discussing the issue.

Unfortunately, wearesadlystatingthis.Ibelievethat, wheneveran issue becomes a topic of discussion in our country, polarizationimmediatelyreaches serious levels,and can be transported to these points. We have reached a point where some argue that the only way to solve this problem is, so to speak, to slaughter the dogs. Conversely, there are those who argue that no matter what,thedogs should not be touched under any circumstances.dthere are those who want the dogs left untouched.

''WE ACKNOWLEDGE SUCH A PROBLEM EXISTS''

As the Saadet Party, we acknowledge such a problem exists. There is a problem with stray animals. This is a realitywe need tosee. This problemcanbe solved without slaughteringwe believe it is possible.

If there is even a one-in-a-million chance of a solution, then these living creatures shouldWe do not find talk of 'let's kill them, let's put them to sleep' to be correct. This is not possible, it does not work as a solution.There are those who view it that way, but with thework we have done, we believethis problem can besolvedthroughhumane methods.their importance is thwethink.

WHAT IS IN THE LEGISLATIVE PROPOSAL THEY HAVE SUBMITTED?

Street dDogs will never be released back onto the streets after being neutered. In other words, stray dogs kept under control through neutering will be provided with lifelong care in environments suitable for their survival.

In addition to shelters and care centers, there is a necessity to establish living spaces. We have a significant number of stray animals, and after neutering these stray animals, ensuring they can continue their lives is essential for this problem to be solved in the shortterm solution to befIn addition to existing shelters and care facilities, living spaces must also be established. These will be suitable for animals to live their lives comfortably andsustainably.

Conditions in shelters and care facilities will be improved, and these locations will be monitored live 24/7. Animal lovers often express concerns that 'while there are care facilities and shelters, animals are not treated with compassion there, and in fact, killed'there is a 'can be killed' idea. TAllshelters, care homes, and living spaces will be monitored live.

Animal lovers and organizations that collect donations will be maderesponsible for establishing shelters and care homes. will be. Loading the entire burden of eliminating this problem onto municipalitiesis, by itself, this prowill notbeasolution.

Mandatory training will be introduced for personnel working in shelters, care homes, and living spaces. Mandatorytraining will be introduced for personnel working in shelters, care homes, and living spaces.

Governors visiting shelters and care facilities and active govit will become easier to take responsibility.

Pet sales will be under control. Animal adoption will be the primary focus.

All pets will be registered with microchips.

Dangerous prohibited breeds will not be permitted. The most ione of the major problems is this. For a certain period, to satisfy their excitement and pleasures, banned breeds of animals are adopted. For a certain parereleased back onto the streets after being cared for. After being released, the suru animals roaming in packswithin Especially regarding the dogs we call restricted breeds,their aggression is at a higherlevel compared to others, and we are experiencing serious problems with this.

If owned dogs are used in an attack, their owners will be held responsible, and to solve this problem, the existing penalties will be made more deterrent.

The points I have listed herewe have submitted a legislative proposal to Parliament that addresses this. When it is brought to the agenda, we aim to secure the support of all political parties for this.asthe Saadet Party weare conductingour workwe will be....

''IF A CONCERTED EFFORT IS MADE ACROSS TURKEY...''Cost

effectiveness have youconducted a study?

The solution tothisproblemisclear. all municipalities and the central goveby taking steps simultaneouslympossible. ThIf fought simultaneously acrossthe country, their numbers will decrease every year. For example, if Province A takes ownership of this task while Province B acts laxly orhouWhen the government takes it seriously, if municipalities act laxly, this problem hasnochanceof being solved. If everyone takes this matter seriously, this problem canbesolved.lur.

I cannot provide a precise calculation regarding the cost. The reason I cannot provideis related to the street dogs very high - very lowbeing expressed in large numbers.

Our viewpointallveterinarians,societyandveterinarians, society andorganizationsarethey have. Furthermore, regarding the methods other countries have used to solvethis problem, we have read mefforts are underway.

This problem can be solved without resorting to euthanasia. If this issue is handled too loosely and if it is not addressed, then in one year we might find ourselves having to discuss very different things.

Then I understand it this way: Your party will vote against the euthanasia measure if it comes to Parliament. Is that correct?

It is absolutely impossible for us to say yes to euthanasia. What we are doing Webelieve that it can be resolved withoutresortingtoeuthanasia.

How do AKP deputies view the euthanasia process?

AK PartyThere are those who are against the euthanasia process and those who are in favor of it. Since it has not yet fully come to the agenda of the Parliament, it is not yet possible to see everyone's opinion clearly.anenvironment where we could do so has not been created.

What I have personallyobservedisviewedingin everyone, 'without euthanasia asolution is at least somewhat possiblethere is a belief that 'thinking ofeuthanasia is not conscientious.' We alsothink soofornow.for now.

Is there anything else you would like to add?

This issue is now amatter ofconstantconstantly discussed but solution for noneit must be moved away from being a case where no action is taken. This has been discussedmany times, but not a singlestep has been takenyetit is becomingaconstantlygrowingproblem.Asthe Saadet Party, our goal is for our streets,

to be safe for everyone. a solution where our children and stray animals are safe solutionis toproduce.'