Archive · 11 Jun 2025
Iran Imposes Dog Walking Ban in Numerous Cities
In Iran, some cities are telling people they can't walk their dogs in public anymore.
The government says it's because of cleanliness, safety, and because they see it as a Western custom.
They believe it goes against their culture.
Officials are saying people can't walk dogs in parks or cars.
If caught, there will be consequences.
At least 25 Iranian cities are banning dog walking in public spaces.
The ban is justified by Iranian authorities due to hygiene, safety, morality, and social order concerns.
The measure is a continuation of efforts to suppress behaviors seen as un-Islamic or foreign.
Judicial officials in multiple cities have imposed fresh restrictions against dog walking.
Offenders will face consequences if they are seen walking dogs in public areas or carrying them in vehicles.
- Who
- Judicial officials, local authorities, and police in Iran.
- What
- Dog walking is banned in at least 25 Iranian cities.
- When
- Recent implementation, expanding from a 2019 directive.
- Where
- At least 25 cities across Iran, including Isfahan, Ilam, Kermanshah, and others.
- Why
- Due to hygiene, safety, morality, and social order concerns.
- Cities with Ban
- At least 25
- Justification
- Hygiene, safety, morality, social order
- Origin
- Tehran, 2019
- Enforcement
- Penal provisions
