Cairo Governor Ibrahim Saber inspected on Saturday the ongoing construction works at the stray dog shelter project in Tebbin City to review the progress of implementation and the latest developments of the initiative, which aims to provide a scientific and safe solution for managing the stray dog population while ensuring a balance between public safety and animal welfare.
During the inspection tour, Saber said the project marks a significant shift in the approach to handling stray animals through a modern, science-based system focused on healthcare, environmental sustainability, and humane treatment.
The shelter is being established on an area of 5,000 square metres east of the Autostrad Road in Tebbin in co-operation between Cairo Governorate, the Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, and the General Authority for Veterinary Services. Animal welfare organisations will also be involved in operating and managing the facility.
Saber noted that approximately 90% of the construction and structural works have been completed, paving the way for the commencement of the equipment and operational phases in the near future.
The shelter will have the capacity to accommodate around 700 dogs and will include an integrated infrastructure comprising 112 rooms, each designed to house up to three dogs. The facility will also include fully equipped surgical rooms, a feeding unit, administrative offices, a covered parking area, security facilities, a veterinary pharmacy, and isolation rooms designated for sick animals.
The site’s landscaping and infrastructure have been designed to include interlocking pavement, reinforced concrete foundations, and extensive green areas to ensure the highest standards of safety, hygiene, and animal care.
The Cairo governor stressed that the project represents a comprehensive model for the modern and scientific management of stray animals, achieving a balance between safeguarding public health and complying with environmental and animal welfare standards.
