Dog owners march through Monaco against animal abandonment
By Zak Jackson, MonacoViews Editorial
Dozens of dog owners marched through Monaco on Sunday in a Rokethon-organised event highlighting animal abandonment and responsible adoption.
Dozens of dog owners and their pets gathered on Sunday for a march through the Principality organised by the association Rokethon, aiming to draw attention to the ongoing problem of animal abandonment. The walk brought together residents from across Monaco, many accompanied by rescued or adopted dogs, as a visible show of support for more responsible pet ownership.
The event forms part of Rokethon's broader campaign to encourage adoption over abandonment, a message the association says remains relevant even in a principality where pet ownership is common among residents. Organisers used the gathering to speak directly with passers-by about the realities facing abandoned animals and the steps people can take before deciding to take on a pet.