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19/04/2026

The latest BHARCS Blog reflects on Yaya, a calm and balanced street dog. We draw parallels between Yaya’s peaceful state and human struggles with anxiety, questioning what constitutes a superior mind. It suggests that animals may possess a different yet profound way of being, related to direct experience.

Today, I want to write about Yaya. If you’ve been following our Lives of Farmies series, you’ll recognise her as one of Chaita’s daughters. I’ve written about her father, Dude, and her mother, Chai…

26/01/2026

This is good news for anyone who has been waiting on signing up for Canine Essential 101 !

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25/01/2026

Here's the position statement by the International Canine Behaviorists

24/01/2026

Position statement on street dogs in India

The International Canine Behaviourists Ltd are dismayed by reports of the removal of street dogs in India. Such actions are not only inhumane but fundamentally contradict evidence-based principles of canine population management and animal welfare.

The forced removal and displacement of street dogs causes extreme stress, suffering, and community disruption, while failing to address the root causes of human–canine coexistence. These practices undermine decades of progress made through humane approaches such as sterilisation, vaccination, and community-led care.

We fully support the vital work being carried out by Sindhoor Pangal and we commend their ongoing efforts, courage and dedication in advocating for the protection and humane treatment of India’s street dogs.

The International Canine Behaviourists Ltd respectfully request the relevant authorities to immediately halt these actions and to adopt compassionate, science-based, and legally compliant strategies that respect both animal welfare and public safety. Cruelty and eradication are not solutions.

21/01/2026

Marc Bekoff is a renowned American biologist, ethologist, and professor emeritus of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Colorado, Boulder. He is recognized as a pioneering figure in the study of animal minds and emotions. Bekoff serves as the co-chair of the Jane Goodall Institute’s Ethics Committee. This is what he has to say about our situation.

Please click on the link, share and amplify: https://x.com/MarcBekoff/status/2013701630672196031?s=20

16/01/2026

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/experts-warn-mass-removal-of-stray-dogs-could-backfire-on-public-health/articleshow/126556050.cms #

India News: A coalition of multisectoral experts from a range of global institutions has lent its weight to petitioners in the stray dog case being heard in Supre.

13/01/2026

Is nobody really arguing for humans?

13/01/2026

Dogs can smell people who are afraid and can bite people who are fearful. Myth or reality?

12/01/2026

Do we need to read a dog's mind or be able to guess their mood to resolve conflicts?

12/01/2026

Court says that the harassment of feeders is a separate issue. But is it? Listen to talk about this.