The situation of stray cats in Cyprus and the need for better management
July 25, 2026
A new scientific study reveals the critical situation of stray cats in Cyprus, where their population exceeds 2 million. The lack of central planning and the shifting of responsibilities to volunteers contribute to the explosive population growth. Stray cats face high mortality rates, and institutional weaknesses along with insufficient funding complicate their management. The examined welfare framework for companion animals proves to be inadequate and unimplementable. Participants in the study call for better coordinated action from the state.