Be Desi, Adopt Desi! Animal Lovers Took Home Cute Stray Puppies at ACT Adoption Camp
Mangaluru: It’s time to adopt a pet. An camp to promote the adoption of more Indian mongrels was set up near Valencia on Sunday, 2 December by Animal Care Trust-Mangaluru. The difference is this time it will not only be puppies but also kittens can become part of your family if you fancy adopting one. A time to play with the puppies and kittens has also been arranged.
The Camp was for pet adoption and provide inspiration to people to come forward and give strays and homeless animals the ultimate home life with loving care. A volunteer of ACT speaking to Team Mangalorean said, “We aim at finding a permanent home for abandoned puppies and kittens. This is to encourage adoption of Indian breeds of puppies also known as mongrels that adapt to our conditions faster and are very sharp. We have always tied up with many organizations and pet stores who have made consistent efforts to find a home for pets and are a name to be reckoned with for animal welfare. We have many people walking in at our Shelter, and many came here at the Camp, and we believe we will have adopters who will not only provide a home to the pet but also find a moment of delight as they find their new family member”.
Due to severe financial and infrastructural constraints, as it’s quite hard for an individual or even organization to provide a shelter for all. If each one of us were to adopt one stray or homeless animal, the number of those without shelter would become negligible. Many Indians love their pets, so much so, that they’re more like family members to them. And, while a majority still tries to buy expensive breeds, there is a rising number of those who prefer to adopt and not shop, for Desi breeds. Don’t Shop…ADOPT. Play with the homeless animals and experience the joy if you wish to.
That’s a great decision because a stray’s physiology is best suited for the climatic conditions of the place where you live which means they fall sick less often. They are low maintenance as they don’t require much on medical expenses and grooming like brushing, shampooing or special dog food and tonics that a pedigree dog will need. A street dog is just as much loyal, playful, loving, protective just as any other pedigree. They will die protecting you and your family and will NEVER hurt anyone in your house. They can be trained and will listen to every command.
Regarding things you should do, once you adopt a dog, take the dog to the vet and get him checked. Give him all the necessary vaccination shots. Caring for a pet takes a lot of time, discipline and commitment. You will have to have patience during litter training and obedience training. You will have to ensure that he gets enough exercise and time from your end to take care of his needs. So if you can give him time and can care for him before all your needs, then get a pet. Or else be happy petting your friends dog, which is a Desi! It is a great idea! As long as you will be committed in taking care of the dog as a new part of your family, why not? You will also save the dogs’ lives and give them the love they deserve! At home at Kadri, we have two Desi dogs picked up from the streets, and my brother is taking care of four desi dogs at our farm in Merlapadua, where these dogs were also found on the streets- and they are very happy to find a good home,
I bet you will feel awesome about the fact that you would be giving shelter and warmth to a homeless canine. Remember, dogs are not objects that you buy for your entertainment, they are friends you make. Money can buy a dog but not the wag of its tail. Adopt a stray that actually needs shelter and it would love you like no one else in the world. A stray dog would love you as much as a fancy Husky or a St. Bernard would, probably even more. If you’ve ever loved a dog, you’d know how insensitive it is to objectify them into status symbols. Also stray dogs are very very healthy and have strong immune system. Strays have been living in the harshest weather conditions since forever.
Finally a message from a few Women Animal Lovers from the city to our readers, “We have Desi pups for adoption, which are cute and easy to take care. We all know that there are way too many strays in Mangaluru, but unless and until everyone tries to find a home for these abandoned and neglected strays, we animal lovers can’t do much. We would encourage you to adopt a pet in your home-use your individual human power and make a difference to your life and theirs. They are tough resilient loving animals and very well suited for our temperature and living conditions. Looking forward for your magnanimous support. Let the vision of Mangaluru be “Mangaluru with No abandoned Animals-and let all Animals have a lovely Home and family. Thank You”.
For More Details or If You Like To Adopt a Stray, Contact :
ANIMAL CARE TRUST
“Vatsalya”, Near Shaktinagar Water Tank, Mangalore – 575016, India
Phone : +91 88670 21053 (Shelter) 98452 55777 ; 98440 01351 ; E-mail: sumatara@yahoo.com
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