The dispute over the fate of the Andriolu municipal dog kennel in Porto Torres, threatened with closure following structural upgrade requirements imposed by the Local Health Authority (ASL), has found common ground between the majority and opposition political forces. The discussion took place during the Environment Commission, chaired by Antonio Cossu , in the presence of the municipal director of the sector, John Fois, and representatives of volunteer associations that care for the dogs. The potential closure of the facility would entail the transfer of 72 dogs, a kennel undergoing upgrades that include the creation of a walking area as required by ASL regulations. In the document shared by all commissioners, the intention of all political forces is to await the ASL's decisions, blocking the transfer of dogs from the Andriolu kennel to other facilities, with the exception of puppies, in compliance with the Health Authority's regulations.
"Secondly, we will work to promote adoption campaigns in schools and during the Christmas season, in collaboration with our in-house company Multiservizi," emphasizes Antonio Cossu. At the request of the Brothers of Italy group leader, Gianmario Sircana , inspections will be carried out at the dog shelters by the end of the year. During the meeting, Councilor Sara Dettori asked for an agreement between the parties to avoid relocating the dogs.
"Our commitment," Cossu continued, " will be to try to protect the currently employed units, paying particular attention to updating the regulations on kennels and closing access to new arrivals ."
An agreement was reached following discussions between the various stakeholders, preceded by an explanation of the process undertaken by the Environmental Department in response to requests from the local health authority. "On October 5, 2026, the Local Health Authority sent a letter to the Municipality requesting the immediate transfer of the dogs housed at the Andriolu kennel to another suitable facility, " explains Director Fois. "Having noted the lack of accessibility of the walking area, the health authority's veterinary officers requested urgent action." The municipal administration, with a plan prepared by the Technical Office, has meanwhile begun work to create the walking area in an area previously affected by a large landfill near the kennel. This complex operation involves removing the piles of waste that have delayed the kennel's redevelopment.