In a world where the cohabitation between humans and animals is sometimes questionable, the regulation of dangerous animals and dogs takes on capital importance to ensure the safety and well-being of society. Law number 29 of the year 2023, aimed at regulating the possession of these animals, raises questions about its practical application, highlighting a crucial issue for public peace.
When legislation is promulgated but its implementing decrees are slow to be issued, the entire scope and effectiveness of the law are called into question. The criticism formulated by the Local Administration Committee of the House of Representatives highlights a legitimate concern about meeting the deadlines set to operationalize such an important regulatory framework. The chairman of the committee, Ahmed al-Sajini, rightly raises the need for rapid and effective implementation of this law to prevent any potential risk resulting from the possession of unregulated dangerous animals.
The need to obtain an official license for the possession of animals, the requirements for the registration and identification of dogs, as well as the control measures to be observed when these animals are present in public places, demonstrate the will of the legislator to ensure a safe environment for all citizens. Indeed, the possession of animals without an official license can not only endanger society, but also compromise the welfare of the animals themselves in the event of poor breeding conditions or negligence on the part of their owners.
The creation of electronic or paper registers to register licensed dogs, the obligation for owners to use a muzzle and a suitable collar when taking the animal out of its habitat, as well as the need to closely monitor the animals to avoid any incidents, are all measures aimed at ensuring harmonious coexistence between man and his faithful four-legged friend. Identification by means of modern technological means represents a step towards more efficient and secure management of animal ownership.
Ultimately, Law No. 29 of 2023 on the Regulation of Dangerous Animals and Dogs must not remain a dead letter. Its rigorous and efficient implementation is essential to promote the safety of all citizens and ensure the welfare of animals, while promoting peaceful coexistence between humans and their four-legged companions. It is up to the competent authorities to implement the necessary implementing decrees within the stipulated time frame, so that the legislation adopted is truly beneficial to society as a whole.