Veterinarian Dr. Vikas Godara warned that Diwali firecrackers endanger community dogs, cats and birds across India, citing 2025 Bengaluru rescue data. Dr. Godara, a small-animal veterinarian and founder of Vetezy, identified three recurring veterinary case categories during the festive season: noise-induced anxiety, firecracker-related injuries, and gastrointestinal complications from ingesting discarded food. He said veterinary clinics see a noticeable increase in anxiety-related cases around Deepavali, with puppies and community dogs particularly vulnerable. “Even a cracker bursting several metres away can frighten a dog,” he said. The New Indian Express reported that during Deepavali 2025 in Bengaluru, Mylos Rescue founder Lakshmi Swaminathan documented 30 to 40 cases over four to five days, including deliberate cruelty with firecrackers tied to dogs’ legs. Charlie’s Animal Rescue Centre (CARE) manager Kirtan Aarti reported seven to eight dogs found dead after being run over on Ballari Main Road and the airport flyover while escaping noise. Little Hearts Animal Healing Rescue Centre founder Rajkumar received approximately 10 cracker-related injury cases. Residents can protect animals by providing safe spaces, monitoring neighbourhoods, and seeking veterinary care for injured animals.
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