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Guardians of the Strays: Battling Stigma and Challenges to Protect Street Animals

By sude alkan

  • The Tragedy of Hayırsız Island: A Forgotten Massacre

    In the early 20th century, Istanbul faced a stray dog problem. In 1910, under modernization pressures, thousands of dogs were exiled to Hayırsız Island, a barren land in the Marmara Sea. Deprived of food and water, they were left to die. Witnesses recalled their cries from Istanbul’s shores. The "Hayırsız Island Massacre" haunts Turkey’s animal rights history.
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  • Volunteer Struggles in Protecting Street Animals Amid Flawed Laws in Turkey

    Volunteer Struggles in Protecting Street Animals Amid Flawed Laws in Turkey

    You can access our news on the subject here and watch animal rights advocates' comments on the subject here

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