Stray Dogs Are Protected — Know the ABC Rules
India’s Animal Birth Control (Dogs) Rules, 2001 are a legal framework that balances public safety and animal rights.
They mandate humane birth control and vaccination, and most importantly, prohibit relocation or killing of stray dogs.
Key Provisions
- Stray dogs must be captured, sterilized, vaccinated, and released back to the same location
- Killing or relocating dogs is illegal unless the animal is rabid and certified by a vet
- Local authorities must create ABC programs in collaboration with NGOs
📌 It's illegal to beat, remove, or poison street dogs.
