Most people there are quite poor though, and I think what happens is that they can’t afford the vet’s bill to get their dogs sterilized, so they end up with a houseful of dogs. The island government is trying to help, and most people are willing to pay a share. I heard that the vets are not willing to accept the 2/3 payment, so that they too contribute. But that’s only through the grapevine. I don’t know all the facts.
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Ohhhhhhhhh! I see! I know that is very common problem in most developing countries and islands. Very sad!
Sad though. None was aggressive. Every dog we saw was sweet and gentle. So, I guess they are not otherwise abused by humans. :-(
That's good to know.............I just wish there would be some charity to neuter them and to feed them!
I know. The population of the entire island is only 289,000 spread out over 6 villages and a few scattered houses. I do know someone there who is fighting to get something done, though!