One in four Indian pet owners willing to adopt: Mars brings Global Adoption Weekend 2026 to Hyderabad

Mars announced that the Global Adoption Weekend 2026 will be held in Hyderabad, Telangana, to promote adoption of stray dogs and cats. Mars’ market research, cited by the Telugu Times, found that one in four Indian pet owners said they would consider adopting a stray animal. The corporate pet‑care brand said the weekend, scheduled for later in 2026, will include adoption drives, veterinary check‑ups and awareness workshops. It aligns with the Animal Birth Control Rules, 2023, which encourage community‑dog management through adoption and sterilisation. Mars added that local NGOs and municipal authorities will partner to facilitate adoptions, and that a detailed programme will be released in the coming weeks. “We aim to connect more stray dogs and cats with loving homes,” a Mars spokesperson said.

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