The local bodies in Kannur have been urging the state government to allow euthanizing of 'dangerous' stray dogs in the area. Here are the key points to understand the government's stand on this matter:

• The local bodies have claimed that the increasing number of dog bites and attacks by stray dogs have led to public safety concerns, and euthanizing them would be the only effective solution.
• The Kerala State Animal Husbandry Department issued an order in 2018, stating that euthanizing stray dogs is allowed only in cases of rabies or incurable illness. However, the order allows for the sterilization of stray dogs to control their population.
• The state government has not yet given permission to euthanize stray dogs, as they need to consider all viewpoints before making a decision.
• The animal rights activists and several organizations have opposed the plea made by the local bodies, stating that there are various other alternatives to handle the issue without euthanizing the stray dogs.
• The state government has proposed setting up more animal birth control centres to address the stray dog population problem through sterilization rather than euthanasia.

In summary, while the local bodies have urged euthanizing stray dogs, the state government is yet to decide on the matter, considering all viewpoints by different stakeholders.