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June 2009—A shocking dog massacre is happening in Hanzhong, Shanxi Province, China. More than 20,000 dogs—many of whom were registered and vaccinated household pets—have reportedly died a brutal death due to government orders. 

Humane Society International condemns the current dog massacre in Hanzhong. We believe the indiscriminate, mass culling of dogs is not a solution to urban animal population and disease control. We urge the Chinese government to pass anti-cruelty legislation and to end dog-killing once and for all.

After achieving success in stopping government-mandated culls in several major cities, Chinese animal protection groups are mobilizing to stop this inhumane practice across the country. International support for Chinese grassroots efforts is vital to speeding up policy change and making dog culling history.