A behavioural dog training session was held in the city for the dog lovers. It was organised by Humane for Animal Society, Bhopal, wherein the dog lovers learnt about various aspects of raising a dog.
The two-day programme concluded here on Wednesday at Dussehra Maidan. A huge crowd of dog lovers attended the programme where the Veterinary doctor Dr Vishakha Shukla gave training to the owners of the dogs.
On the concluding day of the training programme the dog handlers were informed about the sensitisation and Knowledge Transfer programme. The session was especially organised for dog handlers of Bhopal Municipal Corporation. All employees of BMC who are involved in catching dogs for rescues and ABC (Animal Birth Control) programme were taught about animal behavior and different catching techniques with the help of slideshow.
Techniques for befriending stray dogs were demonstrated live to these employees by Dr Vishakha Shukla. They were also explained about communication regarding Animal Cruelty laws and how to handle public complaints for illegal relocation and removal of stray animals.
The programme was conducted with support and encouragement from BMC Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner.
In the afternoon session, dog owners of Bhopal also received training on Do s and Don't of Pet Parenting. How to handle separation anxiety, how to select the right dog for your family and how to bring up the puppy with proper disciplining.
While talking about the programme founder and president of Humane for Animals Society Sukanya Ray said, “I am a dog lover and this is my passion to conduct awareness programmes related to animals. This training programme was simply held to let the Bhopalites know the animal communication and understand the nature of dogs.”