Experts warn: Mass removal of stray dogs could backfire on public health

Global public health, veterinary and legal experts caution mass sheltering India’s free-living dogs would undermine rabies control, disrupt urban ecosystems, breach the law and raise costs without making cities safer.

PNSPNS
Jan 16, 2026 - 10:02
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Experts warn: Mass removal of stray dogs could backfire on public health
Global public health, veterinary and legal experts caution mass sheltering India’s free-living dogs would undermine rabies control, disrupt urban ecosystems, breach the law and raise costs without making cities safer.

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