The pet culture in Bulgaria

Hello, our dog Lezzi, a Golden retriever- german shepherd mix, died close to one year ago. But during the time she lived here with us, she was welcome in the Pubs, and well known in the village we live in.
Unfortunately, most of the Yard Dogs in villages are chained, and hardly ever being loosened and walked by the owners. Some of the gypsies have Dogs, but they do not really care about them. Worst there are the brats, which treat Dogs sometimes downright cruel.
In the villages, there are always a number of strays, which are Walking around to find food. They are quite grateful if one leaves meal leftovers, bones and scrubs on places they are commonly seen.
On the sunny side, there are pet Shops and pet food well available, even if one want to cook fresh dog food, there is raw material like pork liver or kidneys, chicken almost everywhere available at a good Price.
The veterinaries are well trained, and the Thrakian University in Stara Zagora, Veterinary branch, has an excellent Reputation. The costs for normal Treatments like de-worming, or Spot- ons are well within the Limits.
There are even dedicated dog groomers available, where one can leave his pet for a couple of hours so the dog is bathed, the fur cut, and so on.