Street Dogs Crisis: Rising Numbers Spark Public Health Concerns

Street Dogs Crisis: Rising Numbers Spark Public Health Concerns

agence france-presse August 20, 2025, 11:03:29 IST

Street dogs in developing countries lack food, shelter, and medical care, posing social and health concerns. Animal Birth Control programs and awareness are key to managing them.

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treet Dogs: A Growing Concern

Street dogs are a common sight in cities and towns across the world, especially in developing countries. These animals often live without proper food, shelter, or medical care, and their increasing numbers have become both a social and public health concern.

Most street dogs survive by scavenging for food from garbage bins or depending on scraps provided by kind-hearted people. While some of them are harmless and friendly, others may turn aggressive due to hunger, illness, or fear. This can lead to incidents of dog bites, spreading of rabies, and disturbances in local communities.

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Animal welfare organizations and municipal authorities have been working on solutions to manage the street dog population. The most effective method is the Animal Birth Control (ABC) program, which includes sterilization and vaccination drives. This helps control breeding and reduces the risk of rabies.

At the same time, public awareness plays an important role. Feeding street dogs responsibly, supporting adoption, and reporting injured animals can make a big difference.

Street dogs are living beings that deserve compassion and care. With collective efforts, it is possible to create a safe environment where humans and animals coexist peacefully.

treet Dogs: A Growing Concern

Street dogs are a common sight in cities and towns across the world, especially in developing countries. These animals often live without proper food, shelter, or medical care, and their increasing numbers have become both a social and public health concern.

Most street dogs survive by scavenging for food from garbage bins or depending on scraps provided by kind-hearted people. While some of them are harmless and friendly, others may turn aggressive due to hunger, illness, or fear. This can lead to incidents of dog bites, spreading of rabies, and disturbances in local communities.

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Animal welfare organizations and municipal authorities have been working on solutions to manage the street dog population. The most effective method is the Animal Birth Control (ABC) program, which includes sterilization and vaccination drives. This helps control breeding and reduces the risk of rabies.

At the same time, public awareness plays an important role. Feeding street dogs responsibly, supporting adoption, and reporting injured animals can make a big difference.

Street dogs are living beings that deserve compassion and care. With collective efforts, it is possible to create a safe environment where humans and animals coexist peacefully.

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