Education and information to the local population about responsible dog ownership is the A and O. The presence of stray dogs is caused by humans and can be seen as a symptom of irresponsible dog ownership. Moreover, all countries should establish rules that owned dogs must be marked with a chip and recorded. Legislation should in many countries be reviewed, especially concerning the abandonment of animals, and prosecution of crimes should be vigorously implemented. Controls and supervision of activities involving animals must be tightened.
