Dog shelters usually offer four options. Dog owners are allowed to bring their dogs to the shelter for a variety of reasons.
- These dogs may be returned to the owner
- they can be adopted by someone else
- they can be transferred to another shelter
- or they may be euthanized
However, VOSD is a dog sanctuary and is not to be confused with a dog shelter. VOSD is a no-kill sanctuary that is a home for life for rescued dogs. They live a full life and are not turned away for any reason whatsoever. Euthanizing is not an option unless the dog is experiencing intolerable pain and there is no chance of survival.
VOSD is their home in every sense of the word. They get the love, care, and complete attention they deserve. It is a non-profit organization and will remain so. Our every effort is towards creating the best ecosystem and infrastructure for India’s stray dogs and abandoned pet dogs.
VOSD provides funding/grants to several individual dog rescuers and stray dog rescue organizations to aid in the rescue of stray dogs across India. This funding started out on a case-by-case basis and included infrastructural support to other agencies. VOSD takes care of funding for stray dog rescue as well as medical care all across India, and for their transportation to the VOSD sanctuary and hospital in case the stray dog cannot find a home in its original location or cannot be released back on the streets after recovery.
How We Rehabilitate Dogs?
At VOSD, we have rehabilitated dogs who have been turned away, abandoned, and abused by their owners. When it comes to such animals, they often have lifelong physical and emotional scars and need to be dealt with a great deal of compassion and in-depth medical analysis, and prolonged care.
VOSD is not a dog shelter; we pride ourselves on being a dog sanctuary where hundreds of rescued dogs live out the rest of their lives with dignity. We know it can be especially difficult to deal with abused or trauma-survivor dogs due to fear and feeling threatened. Here are the steps we use to successfully rehabilitate these dogs. If you’re the parent of an abused or abandoned dog, here’s how you can build trust with them.
Don’t rush it
If you’re operating a stray dog shelter, you must give these dogs time to settle in. Coming from a place where they have gone through physical/mental abuse, they must get enough time to adjust to your dog shelter and be comfortable with the surroundings. You need to gain their trust before they can be rehabilitated.
Delve into their past
If you’re trying to understand whether the dog was abused in the past or not, the best way to gauge it is by their reactions. If the dog crouches in a corner in a defensive position, refusing to explore their surroundings, it can be a sign of abuse. Also, if they flinch at the sight of a stick or rod, their previous owner or someone would likely have beaten them. Approach them gently and do not occupy their personal space. All beings need respect for their personal space. Gradually try to befriend the dog. Be patient. Ensure that you make them feel safe by keeping them well-fed and setting up a safe and clean space for them to rest.
