In Cyprus, dogs are beloved, and too often abandoned

The first pet cemetery in Cyprus highlights the love some humans have for their companions. Not all animals on the island are so lucky: Cyprus has a massive stray dog problem. Thousands of dogs are abandoned annually.

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For many people in Cyprus, pets are friends and family members and bring great joy and companionship. It’s no surprise, therefore, that the death of a pet can leave a huge void.

The first pet cemetery in Cyprus offers owners a place to mourn and remember their pets with dignity. 

This human devotion is a far cry from the abandonment experienced by many dogs on the island.

Advocates for animals estimate that 20,000 to 30,000 dogs are abandoned every year in Cyprus, a country of just under 1 million people. Some even say that these figures are far too low. 

Animal shelters in Cyprus are operating beyond capacity and often struggle to cope. 

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