India Backs Dog Feeders: Compassion Gets Legal Support
In a powerful and much-needed move, the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) has publicly defended the rights of community dog feeders. As urban tensions rise in cities like Bangalore, so does the harassment of dog feeders who selflessly care for stray dogs every day.
But now, the AWBI has made it crystal clear:
Feeding street dogs is legal. Harassing feeders is not.
🙌 Compassion Is a Right, Not a Crime
At Nom Nom Tails, we work closely with dog feeders in Bangalore and beyond. We know that every day, thousands of compassionate citizens step out to feed, hydrate, and protect street dogs—often with little support and increasing hostility.
These dog lovers aren’t lawbreakers. They’re caretakers.
Unfortunately, many are faced with:
- Threats from neighbours or RWAs
- Public shaming or intimidation
- Misinformation about legality
“Feeding is not the problem. Misinformation and intolerance are.”
🛡️ What AWBI’s Statement Means
The AWBI, a statutory body under the Ministry of Animal Husbandry, has reinforced the legal and constitutional rights of dog feeders. Here’s what you need to know:
- ✅ Feeding street dogs is protected by Indian law
- ✅ Citizens have a fundamental duty under Article 51A(g) to show compassion to animals
- ✅ Municipal bodies must support—not punish—dog feeders
- ✅ Obstruction or harassment can lead to legal action
This gives legal protection to animal feeders and reinforces the importance of compassionate coexistence in urban spaces.
🏙️ Why This Matters in Bangalore
In cities like Bangalore, where rapid urbanisation has displaced animals from their natural habitats, feeding stray dogs isn’t optional—it’s essential.
The increase in stray dog populations isn’t caused by feeding. It’s the result of:
- Habitat loss
- Disrupted animal birth control (ABC) programs during the pandemic
- Poor waste management
- Abandonment of pets due to misinformation or financial distress
That’s why community feeding programs and animal welfare efforts must be supported—not attacked.
🍲 How Nom Nom Tails Supports Dog Feeders
At Nom Nom Tails, we offer:
- Fresh, balanced, hygienic dog food at just ₹30/kg
- Delivery options for regular dog feeders in Bangalore
- A mission-driven model to promote community care and urban compassion
Explore our work on the About page or place an order today.
📢 Real Protection, Real Change
The AWBI’s statement is more than legal language—it’s a turning point for every person who’s been scared, silenced, or stopped from helping street dogs.
This is a reminder that:
- Kindness is lawful
- Street dogs deserve protection
- Dog feeders are essential to public welfare
Let’s use this moment to educate communities and defend the voiceless.
🧾 Final Bark: Let’s Build a Kinder, Safer City
If we want a modern, humane India, we must choose:
- Compassion over convenience
- Education over intimidation
- Coexistence over cruelty
Support your local dog feeders. Be one. Or simply make space for them.
And if you ever doubt what difference one person can make—just watch a hungry dog wag its tail at breakfast.
🔍 FAQs
Q: Is feeding street dogs legal in India?
Yes. Under Indian law and AWBI guidelines, it is completely legal and protected.
Q: What if someone harasses a dog feeder?
They can face legal action. Feeders can report such incidents to the AWBI or local authorities. (Call BBMP Helpline: 1533)
Q: Where can I get affordable food for community dogs in Bangalore?
Right here at Nom Nom Tails – meals start at just ₹26/kg.
Q: Can I sponsor or donate food?
Absolutely! You can sponsor meals for feeders or contribute to community care.
👉 Order food, sponsor a meal, or learn more at Nom Nom Tails