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How to file a police complaint (FIR) for animal cruelty
Cruelty to animals is a crime in India. You can report it to the police, and in serious cases the police must…
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Feeding community dogs: what the law says
Feeding community dogs is not illegal in India. The rules focus on where and how feeding happens. What the rules say Feeding…
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RWA or society stopping you from feeding dogs: what to do
If your residents’ welfare association or society is stopping you from feeding community dogs, these steps can help. Know the rules Under…
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Injured animal emergency: who to call first (1962, 112)
Call 1962 for the Mobile Veterinary Unit where your state runs it, or a local rescue group or vet. If the animal…
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Who to call for an animal emergency in India (112, 1962, local groups)
For an animal emergency in India, call 112 if people are in danger, 1962 for a Mobile Veterinary Unit in states that…
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ABC Rules 2023: what the law says about community dogs
The Animal Birth Control Rules, 2023 were notified by the central government in March 2023. They replace the 2001 rules and set…
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Reporting illegal pet shops and breeders
Pet shops and dog breeders in India must be registered, and they must follow rules on how animals are kept and sold.…
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Living alongside animals: avoiding and solving conflicts
Practical ways to prevent conflicts with community dogs, monkeys, snakes and birds, and what to do after a bite.
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Feeding community animals: good practice
Where, when and what to feed community dogs, cats, cattle and birds, and how to avoid conflicts.
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Adopting a dog or cat: a practical guide
How to adopt responsibly: where to find animals, preparing your home, first vet visit and the first weeks.
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Animal welfare laws in India, in plain words
What the main animal welfare laws say, who enforces them, and where to read the originals.
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Helping an injured animal: staying safe, getting help and moving it
Practical first steps when you find an injured or sick animal on the street.
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