From the Muzzl team

Guides on dog identity
and welfare in India.

Practical research, checklists, and explainers — for dog owners, feeders, shelters, and vets working with India's dog population.

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Lost dog 21 Aug 2026

Your dog is missing. Here's what to do in the first 24 hours.

India has 35 million stray dogs and almost no way to verify identity. This step-by-step guide covers the critical first 24 hours after a dog goes missing — local shelters, online groups, physical posters, and how biometric ID changes the odds of recovery.

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A 10-second nose-print scan is all it takes. Free for shelters, feeders, and vets.

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