Urban dog ownership is a topic that has caused a lot of controversy, some people think that dog ownership is a personal hobby and right, and some people think that dog ownership will bring a lot of problems and harm to the city. So, why strictly control dog ownership in the city?
Public health implications of dog ownership
The impact of dog ownership on public health is mainly reflected in two aspects, one is the contamination of dog feces and dog urine, and the other is the spread of rabies.
Dog poop and dog urine is one of the most common sources of pollution in cities, which not only affects the aesthetics of the city, but also causes air, water and soil pollution, and even causes some infectious diseases. According to statistics, a dog excretes about 200 grams of feces every day, which contains a lot of bacteria, parasites and heavy metals, and if not cleaned up in time, it will cause serious harm to the environment.
Dog urine can also cause corrosion to plants and buildings, affecting the greening and protection of cities. Many dog owners do not have the awareness of civilized dog raising, do not wear masks for dogs, do not tie leashes to dogs, do not vaccinate dogs, do not clean up feces for dogs, and let dogs defecate anywhere, which brings huge hidden dangers to the health of the city.
Rabies is a deadly infectious disease that spreads mainly through dog bites or saliva contact wounds, and once the disease occurs, the mortality rate is almost 100%. According to the World Health Organization, about 59,000 people die from rabies each year, and about 99% of these cases are transmitted by dogs. China is a country with a high incidence of rabies, with about 2,000 people dying from rabies every year, and about 90% of these cases are transmitted by dogs.
Many urban dog owners do not vaccinate their dogs against rabies, or do not vaccinate their dogs on time, resulting in reduced immunity and susceptibility to rabies virus infection. At the same time, many dog owners do not train their dogs effectively, making them aggressive and biting others at will, which poses a serious threat to public health.
The impact of dog ownership on public safety
The impact of dog ownership on public safety is mainly reflected in two aspects, one is the incident of dogs hurting people, and the other is the phenomenon of dogs disturbing people.
Dog injuries are one of the most common safety incidents in cities, with tens of thousands of people being bitten or scratched by dogs every year, with many cases of serious injuries or fatalities. According to statistics, in 2019, about 5 million people were bitten or scratched by dogs across the country, and about 20,000 of them died as a result.
There are many reasons why dogs hurt people, some because of the dog's instinct, some because of the dog's emotions, some because of the dog's upbringing, and some because of the dog's environment. In any case, the responsibility for dog injuries lies with dog owners, who should manage and control dogs reasonably to avoid dogs causing harm to others.
Dog nuisance is one of the most common noise pollution in cities, and many people are affected by the barking of dogs every day and are unable to rest or work quietly. According to statistics, in 2019, a total of about 2 million people in the country complained or reported because of the barking of dogs, and about 10,000 of them had disputes or conflicts because of this.
There are many reasons why dogs bark, some because of the dog's nature, some because of the dog's needs, some because of the dog's habits, and some because of the dog's stimulation. In any case, the responsibility for barking lies with the dog owner, who should educate and care for the dog reasonably to avoid the dog causing distress to others.
The impact of dog ownership on public order
The impact of dog ownership on public order is mainly reflected in two aspects, one is the conflict between dogs and people, and the other is the conflict between dogs and dogs.
Dog-human conflict is one of the most common social problems in the city, and many people get into arguments or fights with dog owners every year because of dog problems, and even cause mass incidents. According to statistics, in 2019, there were about 100,000 person-to-person conflicts due to dog problems in the country, of which about 1,000 involved violence or weapons.
There are many reasons for dog-human conflicts, some because of the dog's behavior, some because of the dog's appearance, some because of the breed of the dog, and some because of the number of dogs. In any case, the responsibility for the conflict between dogs and people lies with dog owners, who should respect the feelings and rights of others, abide by the rules and laws of society, and solve the dog's problems peacefully.
Dog-to-dog conflict is one of the most common animal problems in the city, and every year many dogs attack or kill each other because of the competition for territory or mates, and even endanger the safety of other animals or humans. According to statistics, in 2019, there were about 50,000 dog-to-dog conflicts due to dog problems in the country, of which about 500 involved injuries to other animals or humans.
There are many reasons for dog-to-dog conflict, some because of the dog's instinct, some because of the dog's sex, some because of the dog's state, and some because of the dog's environment. In any case, the responsibility for dog-to-dog conflict lies with dog owners, who should properly neuter and register dogs to avoid overbreeding and stray dogs.