Protect Dogs from Poisoning

Dog poisoning despite official animal rights & protection laws

Every animal has a right to live and be protected. And the Indian Penal Code (IPC) 1860, the official criminal code of India which covers all substantive aspects of criminal law confirms in IPC section 428 and 429: provision for "punishment of all acts of cruelty such as killing, poisoning or maiming animals".

Typically, mild cases of dog poisoning have high recovery rates. In severe poisoning cases or cases where treatment was delayed the chance of recovery is low to zero And death is gruesome and painful.

In India exists, the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act (1960) https://www.animallaw.info/art.../overview-animal-laws-india

"However, there is a still a long ways to go in truly developing a solid foundation for animal law in India. The law contains several provisions which provide leeway through which liability can be escaped." – animallaw.info, Overview of Animal Laws in India, 2020

If you find suspicious food in front of you house, openly displayed on leaves or loosely packed in thin polybags, please collect and dispose it safely.

You can also get it tested in a forensic laboratory, in government or privates labs.

If there are problems with any dogs, communication is key. If it is a pet, we can talk to its owner, if it is about straydogs we can call an animal charity or veterinarian practice. Alternatives to killing should always be explored.