Saved! 26 dogs bound for the illegal dog meat trade in India

Twenty-six dogs were rescued after being stuffed into sacks with their mouths tied shut inside a truck in Assam. Police intercepted the vehicle, suspecting the animals were bound for the illegal dog meat trade. Humane World for Animals India, along with local groups Just Be Friendly, UCI Foundation, and Anaajoree, coordinated the transfer of the dogs to safety. Veterinary examinations showed the animals suffered from dehydration and tick infestations, and two were pregnant. Humane World for Animals India stated that tens of thousands of dogs are stolen from streets or homes in Assam annually and transported across borders to Mizoram and Nagaland despite the illegality of the trade. Community members have contacted organizations to check if their missing pets are among the rescued group. Once the dogs recover, local organizations will place them in adoptive homes.

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