UP Gov. new Guidelines for Stray Dog Feeding & Management

The Uttar Pradesh Government has recently issued a landmark order regarding the feeding and management of stray dogs. This order comes after directives from the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India and aims to balance animal welfare with public safety. Let’s break down the main points in easy-to-understand language so pet lovers, feeders and residents know what’s allowed and what’s not.

Key Highlights of the Order

1. Feeding Stray Dogs is Allowed ✅
   • Stay Dog Feeding is not banned in Uttar Pradesh.
   • However, it must be done only in designated safe places – away from schools, children’s parks or crowded areas.
2. Feeders’ Responsibility 🍲
   • Feeders must keep the place clean after feeding.
   • Food and clean water should be provided in proper bowls/containers.
   • If dirtiness or nuisance occurs, the responsibility lies with the feeder.
3. Local Authorities’ Role 🏢
   • Nagar Nigam & Nagar Panchayats must identify safe feeding points.
   • They are also required to set up a helpline number for complaints and suggestions.
4. Sterilization & Vaccination Mandatory 💉
   • All stray dogs must undergo Animal Birth Control (ABC) sterilization and rabies vaccination.
   • Municipal bodies will carry out this program with the help of NGOs.
5. No Cruelty Allowed 🚫
   • Beating, poisoning, relocation or harming stray dogs is a criminal offence.
   • Strict legal action will be taken against anyone involved in cruelty.
6. Protection for Women & Senior Citizens
   • Stopping or harassing women, elderly citizens or feeders from giving food will also be treated as an offence.
7. Trained Dog Catchers & Handlers
   • Only trained personnel will handle dogs for sterilization or vaccination, ensuring humane treatment.
8. Shelters & Dog Care Centers
   • Sick, injured or aggressive dogs will be shifted to shelters or NGO-run dog care centers.
9. Public Awareness Campaign 📢
   • The government will run awareness drives about feeding rules, sterilization and vaccinations to reduce conflicts and misconceptions.

Why This Matters?

• Stray dogs are part of our ecosystem and cannot be eliminated.
• Responsible feeding ensures dogs don’t go hungry and remain less aggressive.
• Sterilization and vaccination will help control the dog population humanely and reduce rabies cases.

✅ Do’s & Don’ts for Dog Feeders

Do’s:
✔ Feed at designated safe spots.
✔ Provide food + clean water in bowls.
✔ Cooperate with sterilization & vaccination drives.

Don’ts:
❌ Don’t feed in children’s play areas, main roads or unsafe zones.
❌ Don’t leave food waste behind.
❌ Don’t stop NGOs or authorities from sterilizing dogs.

Final Words

This order is a big step in protecting both people and dogs. Feeding strays responsibly and supporting sterilization drives is the only way to ensure peaceful co-existence.