The Cubbon Park Canines was the first squad established in Bengaluru, followed by the Cunningham Canine Squad. Presently, there are 63 additional squads in the city. On World Animal Welfare Day, Bangalore Times highlights the numerous groups in Bangalore dedicated to improving the lives of animals, particularly those that are neglected. These groups form a safety net for animals, serving as advocates for their well-being. Priya Chetty-Rajagopal, founder of the city’s canine squads, emphasizes the importance of these groups in providing support and care for voiceless animals. The main goal is to educate and empower individuals to care for animals effectively. Mallika Ghosh from the CV Raman Nagar Canine Squad regularly shares vital emergency contact numbers to guide people on how to handle abandoned or injured dogs. The squads focus on creating local animal care communities, prioritizing issues such as neutering and anti-rabies vaccinations, and promoting community involvement in animal welfare. They collaborate with various organizations and share knowledge on best practices for animal care. In response to the surge in abandoned dogs during the pandemic, Parvathi Prabhakar from the Sadashivanagar Canine Squad took the initiative to neuter around 400 dogs. The ultimate goal is to neuter every dog in Bengaluru to address the issue effectively."She shares that we believe neutering is the only solution to this issue."