And that, as per the rules of the Animal Birth Control (Dog), is illegal. MCD or any NGO can take the dogs away for sterilisation but then they have to be left where they were picked up from,†says Aggarwal. So, what can you do? For starters, get them neutered to curb the stray population.
You can surrender your dog by taking him to an animal shelter or rescue organization. It's important to know what will take place once you relinquish your pet to a shelter or rescue and also to be aware that there are alternatives. Some facilities don't allow walk-in surrenders and almost all charge a fee.
10 Most Trusted Animal Shelters in Bengaluru
- KRUPA Animal Hospital and Shelter.
- CUPA – Compassion Unlimited Plus Action.
- Charlie's Animal Rescue Centre (CARE)
- Karuna Animal Shelter.
- People For Animals (PFA)
- The Voice of Stray Dogs.
- Animal Rahat Sanctuary.
- Animal Rights Fund.
Here are some of the great dog cafes in Bangalore that you need to visit if you are a dog lover.
- TherPUP Cafe, Whitefield.
- Raasta Cafe, Mysore Road.
- Toit, Indiranagar.
- Snoopy Paws Cafe, Yelahanka.
- Bohemians The Social House, Indiranagar.
- Eddy's Cafe, Indiranagar.
- Hungry Buffalo, Jayanagar.
- Pin Me Down, Koramangala.
Stick to simple boiled foods like rice, potatoes and eggs. A mix of soft-boiled rice mixed with small portions of boiled potatoes and a little bit of ghee is a simple meal perfect for stray dogs. You can add some boiled fish to the mixture while feeding cats.
Shelter:
- Volunteer at your local shelter.
- Donate blankets, food, or crates to your local shelter or rescue group.
- Take it a step further: Ask if you can post the organization's wish list to your website, and/or make signs for local pet supply stores.
- Donate a Kuranda bed.
- Foster a dog for a rescue organization.
Because these homeless dogs often survive by scavenging rubbish, exposed garbage means more healthy dogs – and more puppies. Ironically, this actually makes the dogs a boon to public sanitation. By scavenging garbage, they reduce perishable waste that could otherwise be a source of contamination for people.
While Section 428 provides for maximum of two-year jail term for killing or maiming animal of the value of Rs 10, the punishment is up to a five-year jail term if such offence is committed against animals of Rs 50 or more.
How You can Help Animals & Birds
- Lead by Example: Take a dog from the street into your own home.
- Put Bowls of Water: Put as many mud bowls of water at convenient places for stray animals, especially during summers.
- Feed the Birds: Spread grains like rice, bajra, channa, etc.
What can I do for other stray animals right now?
- Become a Sponsor. Caring for so many animals is resource-intensive.
- Volunteer. Volunteering in rescue centers is a proactive way to make a huge impact on the animals.
- Donate to Help Homeless Pets.
- Foster homeless animals.
India alone is home to an estimated 30 million street dogs and has the world's highest rate of human deaths from rabies.
If the above is not possible or a stray approaches you by surprise, follow these guidelines to protect yourself:
- Don't try to run. Stand still. Hold your arms in front of you, clasp your hands together, and don't move.
- If you have been knocked down by a dog-don't try to get up and run. Roll into a ball.
