Established in 1994 by visionary individuals, Mrs. Sunanda Das and Mr. Subir Das, the Blue Cross Society of Pune emerged from a heartfelt concern for the well-being of stray animals in Pune. At Blue Cross Society, our aim is making sure that we provide compassion and care for the stray dogs and cats, and they receive the essential health and medical attention for a healthier and happier life. We have a team of highly experienced in-house veterinarians and visiting veterinarians.
The growing population of street dogs in urban areas is contributed by various factors such as abandonment, uncontrolled breeding, and a lack of strong animal control measures. Street dogs’ lives are often challenged with hardships due to hunger, diseases, injuries, and animal cruelties, due to which they suffer and often live short lives. Adoption of street dogs is one major factor in providing a solution to this problem.
By adopting a stray dog, you provide a loving home, care, and safety for these animals. It reduces the stray dog population and also the burden on animal shelters and rescue organisations. It encourages responsible pet ownership and a compassionate community outlook towards these helpless animals. Adoption of stray dogs along with their sterilisation and vaccination goes a long way in helping these animals and curbing the street dog population in a more humane way.
Common Misconceptions: Why Don’t People Adopt Street Dogs?
A common misconception about street dogs is that they are inherently unhealthy and sick. While it’s true that stray dogs are more vulnerable to health issues due to their living conditions and lack of veterinary care, it doesn’t mean they are always sick or unfit for adoption. Many street dogs are resilient to the environment they live in and adapt well to changes. With proper medical care, love, and health check-ups, they can lead a healthy life just like any other pet dog. By dispelling myths and showcasing the possibility of care and recovery, we can encourage more people to adopt street dogs and provide them opportunities to lead better lives.
Another myth about street dogs is that they are aggressive or untrainable. Street dogs sometimes display aggression as a defence mechanism to protect themselves due to their challenging environment or due to some past bad experiences with humans, not because it’s their inherent trait. Many street dogs are highly intelligent and adaptable. With proper training, care, and patience, stray dogs can be well trained to follow commands and can be loyal pets.
At BCS Pune, we care for all the stray dogs and cats and believe that every animal deserves the best possible chance at a healthy life. Our services are specifically meant for stray cats and dogs and Indian mixed breed pet dogs and cats, to ensure that they receive timely medical assistance.
At Blue Cross Society, we provide FREE anti-rabies vaccines (ARV) to all stray dogs, cats, and all pet dogs and cats. Anti-rabies vaccination of dogs plays an important role in establishing herd immunity against rabies within canine populations. Our goal is to establish herd immunity by vaccinating both stray and pet animals, thereby drastically lowering the chances of rabies transmission.
For ARV drives in your area, please write to us at [email protected]
ARV vaccination is provided in our outpatient department OPD, we also provide 9-in-1 vaccine for dogs at minimal cost of Rs 1000 and Tri-Cat vaccine for cats for nominal cost or sometimes free as per availability.
You can walk-in with your stray dog or cat or your pet dog or cat for their vaccination.
Mon – Sat: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
ADDRESS: Sr. No. 5, Sharad Nagar, Mundhwa, Pune, Maharashtra – 411036
Success stories of well-adjusted adopted street dogs
Sweety 
Sweety was abandoned by her previous owner on the streets. Where she lived a life full of struggles. As she was small in stature, other dogs bullied her and children troubled her as well. Life was difficult on the streets for this little white dog. Her daily struggle for food and survival made her a fighter. She lived on the roads and fields for quite sometime.
One day a family who was visiting their farm nearby saw Sweety running towards them. Thin and undernourished, she came closer to them and went and sat in their car. She was scared and weak and full of ticks. One look at her and the humans heart melted. They fell in love with this girl. They took her home without a second thought and gave her a home that she could call her own.
Now Sweety is living happily with her other four-legged siblings. She loves her new family and her family adores her.
Brownie
Brownie a sweet friendly girl lived on the streets. A family who lived in the street where Brownie lived use to feed her. They got her sterilised and vaccinated as well. Once she was released after sterilisation, Brownie continued to live in the lane.
One day she was spotted with a huge abscess on her leg. The family that fed her got her treated and kept her inside their garden as she needed daily dressing and medication. After few days of treating her, the family decided to adopt this sweet brown girl.
So, Brownie stayed, and became a part of this family. She also bonded well with the other dogs that the family already had.
Now Brownie is living a happy life with her humans and doggy family.
Lack of Awareness about Dog Adoption
Limited awareness amongst the public about the stray dogs leads to negative perceptions that they are aggressive, sick, or untrainable. Education plays an important role in removing these misconceptions. Informing communities about the true nature of the stray dogs and debunking myths can foster understanding and empathy. Educational initiatives in schools and communities where the knowledge of responsible pet ownership, importance of sterilisation and vaccination, and benefits of adopting stray dogs and not purchasing pets can positively impact the community’s outlook towards the stray dogs.
At Blue Cross Society, we have both cats and dogs who are looking for their forever home. They are healthy and amazing beings who love to run around and play. Even with several hardships that they have faced in their lives, they are full of love and can bring abundant joy to anyone’s life. If you wish to adopt from BCS, please write to us at [email protected], or else you can also visit us at BCS between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Attitude towards stray dogs can vary across cultures. In some regions, stray dogs are considered nuisances or threats, leading to mistreatment towards them. Whereas in other cultures, they view them as their companion and are caring and loving towards them. To shift the cultural perspective, it will require thorough community involvement. Volunteer-driven initiatives to raise awareness about humane treatment of stray dogs, adopting of stray dogs and their sterilisation and regular vaccination can help in breaking the barriers. Collaboration with local government and animal welfare organisations can further help in strengthening efforts to integrate stray dogs into society.
Practical Challenges in Dog Adoption
One of the most common hurdles in the adoption process of stray dogs is the misconception that they are aggressive or untrainable. There is limited information that the public has about the process of adopting stray dogs. Inadequate resources and insufficient support for animal shelters lead to overcrowding of dogs, making it hard to prepare dogs for adoption. Additionally, there are administrative procedures and stringent requirements, which further discourage the adoption processes.
How BCSPune.org simplifies Stray Dogs adoption process –
The adoption process at BCS is quite simple. We ask prospective adopters to write to us, so our team can discuss their preferences and conduct a thorough background check.
Once we’re confident the adopter is a good match, we invite them to visit Blue Cross Society. Here, they have the opportunity to meet and interact with several puppies, kittens, dogs, and cats to find the one that suits them best.
After selecting a pet, the adopter connects with the manager and completes an adoption form. We also require a copy of their ID and address proof for our records. Finally, we provide the adopter with the pet’s vaccination card, and the adoption is officially finalized.
For adoption, pure-bred dogs are preferred more than mixed-breed street dogs due to perceived status and breed-specific characteristics and traits. Pure breeds are considered to have certain physical attributes and personalities, which make them more desirable to those who are looking for those qualities. However, the stray dogs have unique qualities and understanding, which makes them a wonderful pet. Stray dogs are intelligent, adaptable, and possess high survival instincts. These genetic dispositions make them healthier and less prone to hereditary diseases, which are seen more amongst the pure breeds. Adopted stray dogs often form deep bonds with their adopters and show their gratitude in many ways through their loyalty and affection.
Benefits of Adopting Stray Dogs
Adopting dogs offers numerous health benefits. Many adopters have reported that having a dog encourages them to have regular walks and outdoor activities, promoting a more active lifestyle. Others find that the simple act of having a dog at home is highly therapeutic. The calming effect of petting a dog or just having one nearby have significantly reduced stress levels, which may help lower blood pressure.
Dogs offer unconditional love and unparalleled loyalty, providing emotional and psychological support to their owners. Many adopters have shared that their dogs become cherished members of the family and a great source of emotional comfort. In our busy world, dogs offer valuable mental and psychological support, helping us manage stress and enhancing our overall well-being.
Conclusion
Adopting stray dogs reduces the stray dog population, and it also reduces the burden on animal shelters. It gives a second chance to the dog to survive in a loving, caring home. Stray dogs are intelligent, resilient, and adaptable, making them loyal and great companions. Adoption also encourages responsible pet ownership and fosters a community that is compassionate.
At Blue Cross Society, you can adopt friendly dogs and cats who are eagerly waiting for their forever homes. To know more about the adoption process please write to [email protected]
Call to Action
You can join our mission to help the stray dogs and cats and make their life better. To know more about how you can support us write to us at [email protected]
Blue Cross Society Toll Free street dog helpline number near me – 1800-419-9005
Every dog or cat coming into BCS OPD or IPD gets undivided attention and personalised medical care.
You can walk-in to BCS outpatient department (OPD) for free anti-rabies vaccines (ARV) for all stray dogs/cats and Indian mixed breed dogs/cats.
9-in-1 vaccine for dogs and Tri-Cat vaccine for cats are also provided at minimal rates or free for strays as per availability.
Timings: Mon – Sat: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
ADDRESS: Sr. No. 5, Sharad Nagar, Mundhwa, Pune, Maharashtra – 411036