THE Municipality of Chinhoyi has issued a final notice ordering dog owners in the town to properly secure their animals, warning that dogs found roaming freely risk being impounded.
In a recent notice, the local authority reminded residents that under municipal by-laws, all dogs should be kept on a leash when outside their homes and in public spaces.
The directive, issued through the Department of Health Services, is aimed at protecting residents from preventable harm.
Municipal officials say allowing dogs to roam freely poses serious dangers, including dog bites, the spread of rabies and other diseases, and traffic accidents as motorists avoid stray animals.
Children and elderly residents are considered particularly vulnerable to attacks by uncontrolled dogs.
Health experts also warn that roaming dogs can become aggressive, scavenge at refuse dumps and contribute to unsanitary conditions in residential areas, increasing public health risks.
The municipality has urged dog owners to comply with the order to promote community safety, adding that failure to do so might result in dogs being impounded.
Chinhoyi authorities say the enforcement of the tie-up order is part of broader efforts to ensure a safe, clean and orderly urban environment for residents.
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