Humans should not be ignored while loving animals
The Supreme Court recently reminded that dogs cannot be allowed to roam freely in public places and government premises. Expressing deep concern over the difficulties faced by the public, the court strongly criticised the shortcomings of local bodies and other institutions. "Now the only thing left is to provide counselling to dogs to not bite someone. How do you know which dog is in the mood to bite?" This mockery and anger from the court reflects the feelings of those who have died from bites and victims of the increasing menace of stray dogs. A small section of dog lovers may disagree with the court's opinion, but the vast majority of the public can only feel relieved.
The mother of Abhirami, who died of a dog bite in Pathanamthitta, had demanded an order to kill aggressive dogs. People die in attacks by stray dogs. Dogs biting children and adults are recurring. The authorities fail to implement the ABC rules. Whether people should suffer because of this, a bench of Justices Vikram Nath, Sandeep Mehta and N.V. Anjaria asked during the arguments of the lawyers for dog lovers. The Supreme Court also jokingly said that if those who advocate for stray dogs, which pose a threat to the people, raise cats, the rodent problem will decrease.
A large section of people in Kerala, regardless of age, live in fear of stray dogs. Many animal lovers turn a blind eye to this. Some of them open their eyes only when a dog's teeth sink deep into their own flesh. Compassion and love for nature are good. It should not harm the well-being of others. Great men have urged that what one practices for one's own well-being should also bring well-being to others. The incident in which Anna Maria, a Plus Two student, was bitten by pet dogs in the capital district the other day is extremely cruel. The student, who was returning from school, was attacked by Belgian Malinois dogs that were roaming without being caged. Such dogs are used abroad in wars. The flesh on the bitten areas was torn off. The girl stopped the dogs' attempt to bite her neck by covering their mouths.
Everyone has the freedom to raise dogs without them turning into a threat to the locals, but not in a way that shows off one's pride and dignity. Since ancient times, humans have raised various animals and birds in their homes. Cows, goats, elephants, dogs, cats, pigeons, and parrots were loved by the people in the house like family members. That practice continues even today in the city and the countryside. Dogs were not loved based on their size or price. Thakazhi's famous story 'Vellapokkathil' is about a dog being abandoned and left to die in its owner's hut. There are still many false animal lovers who abandon their previously raised dogs on the streets after they get expensive breeds. The price, breed, and cuteness of dogs are the main factors now. Human love should not disappear due to excessive love for animals. It will only lead to big problems.