This is the reaction of most new people in the country.
Unfortuatenly there is only one regulation for dog fighting, which holds a fine (and is a joke since those involved are untouchables)
Otherwise no, there are no regulations regarding animals in Qatar.
As much as it pains you, please don't buy any animals from Souq Waqif.... the less people buy, the less they will bring in...
Most of the animals are bought at cheap prices, then sold at a much higher price which then funds the next lot bought in..
Most animals bought from the souq will not survive and normally buyers pick up astronimal vet bill along the way due to the nature of their illnesses.
I understand you and your family were distraught at the situation, but unfortunately there is nothing that can, nor will be done.
Animal trade in endangered species is rife here... don't be surprised when you see a Cheeta pulling up in a car next you.
If you would like to bring your family down to QAWS, we can show your family a better environment as to how animals should be looked after - we are not perfect, but we make sure all our animals get the best care, love and food, money can buy.
This is the reaction of most new people in the country.
Unfortuatenly there is only one regulation for dog fighting, which holds a fine (and is a joke since those involved are untouchables)
Otherwise no, there are no regulations regarding animals in Qatar.
As much as it pains you, please don't buy any animals from Souq Waqif.... the less people buy, the less they will bring in...
Most of the animals are bought at cheap prices, then sold at a much higher price which then funds the next lot bought in..
Most animals bought from the souq will not survive and normally buyers pick up astronimal vet bill along the way due to the nature of their illnesses.
I understand you and your family were distraught at the situation, but unfortunately there is nothing that can, nor will be done.
Animal trade in endangered species is rife here... don't be surprised when you see a Cheeta pulling up in a car next you.
If you would like to bring your family down to QAWS, we can show your family a better environment as to how animals should be looked after - we are not perfect, but we make sure all our animals get the best care, love and food, money can buy.