The International Coalition for the Protection of Animal Welfare (IAWPC) has launched a campaign demanding that the Moroccan government put an end to the "violent, massive, and inhumane" slaughter of street dogs. According to this nonprofit organization, which brings together 20 institutions worldwide, approximately 300,000 dogs are killed each year, a statistic that has surged since FIFA announced Morocco as a co-host for the World Cup 2030 alongside Portugal and Spain. The organization highlights that methods of killing include shooting and poisoning, which result in painful deaths over an extended period.

Furthermore, the report indicates that these dogs are captured using "instruments similar to clamps," leading to debilitating pain before being transported to facilities where they are killed inhumanely. The IAWPC asserts that Moroccan authorities bear responsibility for this brutal massacre of dogs, stating that it occurs in public spaces, often in front of witnesses, which adds to the horror and tragedy of the situation.

This alarming practice has prompted an outcry from animal rights advocates and may pose reputational risks for Morocco as it prepares for such a highly visible international event. As the World Cup approaches, there is an increased call for the government to adopt humane alternatives to manage the street dog population instead of resorting to cruel methods.