Dogs fight for their rights in Reykjavik

Fellows Fall 2007

By Libby Casey

June 01, 2009

Aired on KUAC

Gunnhildur Thordardottir and her son Olafur marched with their dogs Skuggi and Bjartur in Reykjavik's pro-dog rally. Photo courtesy of Fall 2007 IRP Fellow Libby Casey.

REYKJAVIK, Iceland -- Fairbanks has one of the world's highest dog per capita ratios, but not every community is as accepting of canine companions. In Reykjavik, Iceland, having a pet dog was forbidden until just 20 years ago. Last weekend hundreds of people and pups took to the streets there to fight for dog rights. KUAC's Libby Casey reports on the hidden world of Icelandic dog owners.

Listen to Casey's report for KUAC.