Adoption Service
Animal welfare organisations offering adoption of dogs, cats and other animals in India, by state and district, with contact details, in our Directory.
Organisations
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Why you should adopt pets in India instead of buying breeds
The item discusses the advantages of adopting pets in India instead of purchasing purebred animals. Adoption not only saves lives but also helps reduce…
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Five dogs rescued from Jyoti Circus in Sakti, following intervention by PETA India & Vatika Animal Sanctuary
Five Indian Spitz dogs were rescued from Jyoti Circus in Sakti district, Chhattisgarh. The rescue was carried out by PETA India and Vatika Animal…
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Greater Bengaluru Authority claims stray dog adoptions on rise after its welfare drive
The Greater Bengaluru Authority has reported an increase in stray dog adoptions following a recent welfare initiative. The initiative aimed to promote the adoption…
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Pregnant cat kidnapped, FIR filed against 9 residents of upscale Bengaluru apartment
A pregnant cat was kidnapped and wrapped in plastic by nine residents in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Police registered a case under the Prevention of Cruelty…
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Bengaluru Central City Corporation urges citizens to adopt stray dogs
The Bengaluru Central City Corporation is encouraging residents to adopt stray dogs. This initiative aims to address the stray dog population in the city.…
Questions about Adoption Service
Yes. The Supreme Court’s order of 22 Aug 2025 lets animal lovers apply to the municipal body to adopt street dogs. The dog is tagged and handed over, and the adopter must ensure it does not return to the streets.
You, as its owner. The ABC Rules, 2023 make owners of pet dogs responsible for their deworming, immunisation and sterilisation.
On the Directory, choose Adoption service under Service, then your state and district. The Opportunities page also lists adoption events by organisations.
Yes. Section 11 of the PCA Act, 1960 makes it cruelty to abandon any animal without reasonable cause in a way that is likely to make it suffer from starvation or thirst.