Chengdu introduces new rules for stray cat management: TNR (capture - sterilization - release) is included in community governance
In recent years, the problem of stray cats has gradually become one of the difficulties in urban governance. The Chengdu Municipal Government recently issued a new regulation to formally incorporate the TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return) model into the community governance system, aiming to scientifically control the number of stray cats while taking into account animal welfare and public health safety. This move has attracted widespread attention and has become one of the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days.
1. Policy background and main content
The new stray cat management regulations issued by Chengdu this time mainly include the following contents:
| Policies | Specific content |
|---|---|
| Scope of implementation | All communities and streets in the city |
| Implementation subject | Community neighborhood committee, animal protection organization, volunteers |
| Implementation method | TNR (Capture-sterilization-release) |
| Source of funds | Special government funds + social donations |
| Time node | Pilot starts in October 2023 and comprehensively promote it in 2024 |
2. Hot data analysis on the entire network
According to the network-wide search data over the past 10 days, the discussion on the new Chengdu TNR regulations mainly focuses on the following aspects:
| Discuss topic | Popularity index | Main points |
|---|---|---|
| Policy rationality | 85% | Supporters believe science is effective, opponents worry about high cost of sterilization |
| Animal Welfare | 78% | Most netizens agree to reduce the pain of stray cats |
| Community Security | 65% | Pay attention to the hygiene problems that stray cats may bring |
| Difficulties in implementation | 72% | Discuss practical issues such as funding and manpower |
3. Comparison of TNR practices at home and abroad
The TNR model is not the first in Chengdu, and many cities at home and abroad have implemented similar policies. The following are the practices in some cities:
| City/Country | Implementation time | Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|
| Beijing | 2018 | The number of stray cats decreased by about 30% |
| Shanghai | 2020 | Sterilization rate increased to 60% |
| New York, USA | 1992 | The number of stray cats dropped by 50% |
| London, England | 2005 | Establish a complete TNR system |
4. Expert opinions and suggestions
Animal protection expert Professor Li said: "TNR is the most humane way to manage stray cats at present, but it requires long-term persistence to achieve results." He also suggested:
1. Strengthen public education and reduce abandonment
2. Establish a complete stray cat database
3. Encourage community residents to participate
5. Future Outlook
Chengdu’s inclusion of TNR into community governance this time marks the advancement of urban animal management towards scientific and humanized development. If implemented smoothly, this model is expected to be promoted nationwide, providing new ideas for solving the problem of stray animals. All sectors of society also hope that the government can continuously optimize policies and find a balance between animal welfare and public safety.
Data shows that the number of online discussions on this topic has exceeded 500,000 in the past 10 days, and the number of related videos has exceeded 10 million, fully reflecting the public's attention to urban animal management issues. This innovative measure in Chengdu may become another highlight of China's urban governance.
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