Stray dogs

There are approximately 32,000 dogs without owners in the state. These animals are a serious problem, particularly in rural areas, since they can become wild and potentially dangerous.  In the urban environment, dog feces are deposited in public thoroughfares, causing serious health concerns from parasites.  There is no system to control these animals, although several nonprofits are beginning to organize animal shelters, as well as spaying and neutering programs in the cities.  No municipality has a dog pound, although this has been recognized as a government responsibility.[1]  In the case of the city of La Paz, for example, stray dogs, rip up garbage bags and scatter the contents, causing pollution.