Bengaluru: GBA, police raid vet clinic over alleged animal cruelty; 12 dogs, a cat rescued
Police and animal welfare groups raided a veterinary clinic in Bengaluru following allegations of animal cruelty and unauthorized surgical procedures on street dogs. Authorities are investigating claims that the clinic used animals for surgical practice and disposed of those that died.
Why it matters
The incident raises serious ethical and legal concerns regarding animal welfare standards and the regulation of veterinary practices.
The GBA and police on Tuesday (September 8) raided a veterinary clinic in Doddakannelli near Bellandur following allegations that street dogs were allegedly picked up, subjected to unauthorised orthopedic procedures and in some cases allegedly euthanised.
The raid was conducted at Primecare Vet Hospital after an animal rescue group and a whistleblower brought alleged video evidence of cruelty to the authorities’ attention.
According to the rescuers, 12 dogs and a cat were found on the premises. Four street dogs requiring immediate medical attention were rescued and shifted to another veterinary facility for treatment. Six indie dogs were reportedly found in need of treatment, while three were allegedly rescued before their leg injuries became irreversible.
The cat was shifted to another facility after its owner could not be contacted. Owners of some other animals were also reportedly informed and asked to collect them from the clinic.
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