Following widespread controversy, the head of the Veterinary Directorate in Giza Governorate, Mohamed Fares, commented on reports about the seizure of dog meat in food establishments intended for human consumption, RT reported on Wednesday.
According to a statement from the directorate, Fares denied “all that has been circulating on some social media platforms about the seizure of dog meat prepared for human consumption.”
The controversy arose after Giza authorities announced the seizure of spoiled meat in food establishments during raids conducted at Eid al-Adha, due to the increased number of slaughter areas during the holiday, and in an effort to tighten controls as demand for restaurants rises.
Fares explained: “What was seized was 10,000 kg of spoiled meat and poultry products, as well as meat slaughtered outside of government-approved slaughterhouses.”
The Veterinary Directorate, in coordination with executive bodies, is continuing its efforts to intensify oversight of markets and food establishments to protect public health and ensure the safety of food products, he added.
Inspection campaigns are ongoing to address violations related to the handling and sale of meat and food products unfit for human consumption, he said, with zero-tolerance legal measures in place against violators.
