Top 15 Reasons Why Stray Dogs Are Worth Befriending

Stray dogs are just as intelligent, smart, and good-looking as any other dog breed. However, there is such prejudice in our society against the stray dogs that they are vicious and harmful towards humans. These dogs will love you like you are a part of their pack. The only thing you need is a little bit of empathy, patience and love towards them and see how unconditioned love they give. These 15 reasons will filter your mind from all confusion.

Top 15 Reasons Why Stray Dogs Are Worth Befriending

1. Make A New Friend

Make A New Friend
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It is quite possible that a stray dog may come off as hostile on your first interaction, but just like humans, the dog is meeting a stranger. Have patience and you will be showered with love in no time.

2. Giving Back

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If you’re passionate about dogs and don’t know where to start or if your area doesn’t have the facility of an animal shelter, you can start right at the streets. Find a dog, get him some Marie biscuits and water, and you’ve already started giving back to the world.

3. Protect The Strays

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Not everyone is kind to them. As mentioned before, cases of animal abuse are on the rise. When you start taking care of a stray in your area, you are providing them with a safe space to live.

4. Tagging Them

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Once the dog is comfortable with you, make sure you tag them with a collar and name tag. This sends a clear message to people around that the dog is friendly and is being taken care of by someone.

5. Reduction Of Road Mishaps

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All dogs are naturally territorial animals. Once they come to an area, they mark it as their own. When you befriend a stray, it is ingrained in their mind that this locality is a safe house for them and they can always expect food here. Naturally, they decide to stay. With lesser interaction with roads, they will be safe and secured.

6. Medication

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Just like our pets, stray dogs contract diseases. They may have a stronger immune system from living on the streets so long but that doesn’t prevent them from contracting a disease. When someone like you takes care of them, it becomes easier to notice that something is wrong and immediate medical action can be taken.

7. Vaccination

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This is one of the most important points that should be considered when you befriend a stray. No matter the age of the dog, always ensure the dog is vaccinated against the deadly diseases that they could contract– parvovirus and rabies being the worst of them. By vaccinating and deworming them, you are extending their life by many years.

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8. Litters

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Who doesn’t like to have small puppies following around while wagging their tails? These small and tiny puppies will make your day. You will be so engrossed in them that you will forget the time! These small stray puppies need your love.

9. Give A Home

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Think of a rainy day where everything is damp, cold, and wet. You have a home to protect you from all that water and cold, the strays do not. Because of this, they often get drenched in the rain and it is not difficult to predict their chances of catching leptospirosis. You can help them out by easily letting them take shelter at the entrance of your building or your home.

10. Feel Your Heart Warm Up

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Just like the previous point, finding food on a rainy day is also difficult for a stray. If you decide to take care of one, your heart will definitely go all warm and fuzzy as you see the dog enjoying a hot meal of rice and eggs as it pours down. At least today, he/she won’t go to sleep on an empty stomach.

11. Food For Them

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If money is what is keeping you from taking care of a stray, here’s something that can help. One packet of Marie biscuits (Parle-G is known to cause obesity in dogs) costs just 10 rupees. You can alternatively also buy dog biscuits on Amazon. Plus all that milk and roti in your house, mix the two together and you’ve made someone’s meal already. Other items include egg, bread, etc.

12. Teach Them Tricks

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No, strays are not dumb. They are as smart as any other golden retriever or labrador you’ve come across. Teaching tricks like handshakes or better yet, a simple ‘sit’ will keep their minds working and at the same time, ensuring that they are well-behaved.

13. Live In Harmony

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Just like people, the area where the strays are living is also their home. Being aggressive towards them will not drive them away but instead make matters worse causing incidents like dog bites. Remember that no dog will harm a human unless provoked so always find out the complete story behind a dog bite. When people see you taking care of the stray dog, they will back off and perhaps even encourage you to continue doing what you do.

14. If You Don’t Have A Pet

 If You Don’t Have A Pet
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Do your parents refuse to let you adopt a pet? Or does your grandma intensely dislike their smell? Or is someone at your home allergic to fur? Whatever the reason maybe, if you’re sad that you can’t get a dog home, you find one right in your streets. That would make two less lonely individuals in the world.

15. Adopt

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Lastly, if you ever consider getting a dog at home, please adopt them. There’s a list of reasons why you should never buy a pet. Plus, if you’ve already befriended a stray by now, why not consider sharing your home with them?

There are many more reasons why you should befriend a stray, but we hope these top 15 made you consider your opinion on strays and perhaps befriend them!

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Tanaya
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Dog lover, art enthusiast and bibliophile. Usually found sipping hot coffees in quaint cafés.

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