Is feeding stray dogs wrong?

Yes, us feeding stray dogs, depending on how, when, and where they are fed, can affect one’s chances of being bitten. Also worrying, are the increasing instances of people targeting individuals who feed stray dogs in their neighbourhood. There are several news reports about such attacks from across India.

Is it OK to feed stray animals?

Throwing or leaving food behind unattended, to feed stray dogs is an irresponsible act. It may attract flies and rodents that could transmit infectious diseases.

Should stray animals be killed Give your opinion?

In Favor :- A If stray dogs are not killed, their population will keep on increasing causing more danger to humans, especially to children. Stray dogs are often carriers of diseases because of the lack of care. Stray dogs’ feces and barks are decreasing the qualify of life for people in cities.

Why street dogs are always hungry?

“The strays mostly depend on leftovers from hotels. Similarly, marriage halls also dump food waste which is consumed by the dogs. But since dine-in has been stopped at hotels and restaurants, there are no leftovers and the animals are left to starve.

Can anyone stop you from feeding stray dogs?

Any person having compassion for stray dogs can feed them at their private entrance or driveway of their house or any other place not shared with other residents but no one can restrict the other from feeding of dogs, until and unless it is causing harm or harassment to them, it said.

Is it bad to feed stray dogs everyday?

But, if you seriously want to start feeding them everyday, it’s an issue. Naturally, since they are stray, they have to hunt food to survive. After feeding them, they will feel there is no need to start hunting since this human is willing to give food to them. But, what happens when you stop feeding them?

How do stray dogs and cats get food?

Stray dogs and cats can never depend on human beings to get food. They usually have to track and hunt their food or opt to eat whatever they are able to discover. Commercial food that the pets eat might even offer them with digestive problems.

What can you do to help stop people feeding stray dogs?

You may also hand it out to members of the public to educate them about ‘Dos’ and ‘Don’ts’ when feeding stray dogs. The handbook on “Feeding Stray Dogs Responsibly” is a ground-up initiative from Animal Welfare Groups (AWGs), which is supported by Animal & Veterinary Service, a cluster of National Parks Board.

Is it an essential service to feed stray animals?

Anticipating this problem, the Animal Welfare Board of India issued a letter two days before restrictions went into effect, declared feeding “companion and stray animals is an essential service.”