🐾 Feeding Stray Dogs: Do’s and Don’ts
Feeding stray dogs is a beautiful act of kindness. But doing it the right way ensures both dogs and humans stay safe, healthy, and peaceful. Here’s a quick guide:
✅ The Right Way to Feed (Do’s)
1. Give Healthy Food Serve boiled rice, vegetables, eggs, or plain chicken. You can also use dog biscuits or kibble. Always keep fresh water nearby.
2. Fix a Time & Place Feed the dogs at the same spot and time daily. It builds routine, reduces roaming, and earns trust.
3. Keep It Clean Use clean bowls, pick up leftovers, and never leave plastic or food waste behind.
4. Respect Public Spaces Choose feeding spots away from gates, schools, or temples. Stay calm and polite if someone raises concerns.
5. Use Tech Tools Mark your feeding spot or notify others if you’re traveling using platforms like Stray Shedders.
❌ Things to Avoid (Don’ts)
1. No Spicy or Oily Food Avoid feeding rotis with curry, fried food, sweets, or leftovers. These can make dogs sick.
2. Don’t Feed in Groups That Might Fight If multiple dogs are around, spread the food out to avoid aggression.
3. Don’t Force Physical Contact Let dogs approach you slowly. Forcing closeness may scare them.
4. Don’t Involve Small Kids Unsupervised Always supervise children around strays — even friendly ones.
5. Don’t Argue with People Stay calm and inform others about your legal rights under the Animal Welfare Board.
❤️ Final Thought Feeding is just the start — responsible feeding builds trust, saves lives, and improves your community. Let’s be kind and smart.