Dogs

In Hindu tradition, the soul or atma is not limited to just human beings, but also can be born in other species, as we see with many Hindu gods taking the form of animals. Hence, it’s not surprising that a stray dog known as Kali, obviously named after the goddess, gave her life in true [...]

Dogs in Hindu Religion is mainly associated with Bhairava form of Hindu God Shiva. Bhairav is shown along with a black dog. In some paintings, the god takes the role of Vahana or the vehicle of Bhairava. There are also some people who believe that dogs are an incarnation of Bhairav. [...]

Devotees give religious respect to a dog at Mahakaleshwar temple located in Mauranipur, Jhansi. This temple has statues of Lord Shiva, Lord Bhairav Nath and of a dog too. According to an ETV report, the practice began after the dog named Kalu started ‘parikrama’ (revolving around the temple) of Mahakaleshwar temple from Tuesday and continued [...]

A severely injured puppy had gone to a temple to find shelter. We found him covered in blood and in critical condition. Watch his amazing recovery! Thank you for cherishing animals in India. Your generous donation is a tribute to the suffering you are determined to relieve and we thank you deeply. Animal rescue is [...]

Dogs in Hindu Religion is mainly associated with Bhairava form of Hindu God Shiva. Bhairav is shown along with a black dog. In some paintings, the god takes the role of Vahana or vehicle of Bhairava. There are also some people who believe that dogs are an incarnation of Bhairav. For some Hindu communities dogs [...]