Turkey approves ‘massacre law’ which could see millions of stray dogs euthanised

Politicians in Turkey have approved a new law aimed at removing millions of stray dogs from the streets, which animal lovers fear will lead to many of the dogs being killed or ending up in overcrowded shelters.

Deputies in the Turkish Grand National Assembly approved the legislation, which opposition politicians, animal welfare groups and others have dubbed the bill the ‘massacre law’.

The government...