Stray dogs terrorize Press Street workers in Kuwait

07/01/2026

KUWAIT CITY, Jan 7: Concern is growing in several areas of Kuwait over the rising number of stray dogs, some of which are suspected to carry rabies. The situation has become a direct threat to the safety of citizens and residents, reports Al-Seyassah daily. Despite repeated media warnings and complaints from the public, a comprehensive solution has yet to be implemented, which raises serious questions about the effectiveness of measures taken by the relevant authorities, particularly the Public Authority for Agricultural Affairs and Fish Resources (PAAAFR).

Residents frequently report the widespread presence of stray dogs in streets, public walkways, and open areas. Workers in industrial zones say that periodic campaigns to control stray animals are limited in scope and effectiveness, failing to cover all high-risk areas. The situation is particularly difficult in the Shuwaikh Industrial Area, especially around Press Street, where stray dogs are a daily presence, causing fear and concern among workers. With the rising number of stray dogs, the area has become a constant source of concern, as employees and passersby face frequent attacks and bites. Witnesses described the incidents as “terrifying” due to both their timing and locations.

The latest incident, captured on CCTV on Al-Sahafa Street, showed a passerby suddenly attacked by three dogs. A bystander intervened at the last moment, but the victim still sustained multiple injuries throughout his body. Amid these recurring incidents, the pressing question remains – how long will this danger persist without a comprehensive and decisive plan? Will the relevant authorities wait for an even more tragic event before taking serious action and shifting from partial measures to a fundamental approach that ensures public safety?