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Supreme Court: Fearful people attract dog bites?
9 Jan
Summary
- Dogs may attack those perceived as scared or previously bitten.
- Ecological balance via canines debated; rodent control questioned.
- Court probes strict adherence to animal birth control rules.
The Supreme Court recently remarked that dogs possess the ability to sense fear and may attack individuals exhibiting such behavior or those with a history of being bitten. This observation came during a hearing concerning stray dog management in public spaces, specifically addressing a November 2025 order that directed the capture of stray dogs in public institutions.
During the proceedings, the court debated the ecological role of stray dogs, with one counsel arguing they help control rodent populations. However, the Supreme Court questioned the correlation between dog removal and increased rodent activity, even suggesting cats as a potential solution for rodent menace.
The court emphasized that its directive was not to remove all stray dogs but to manage them strictly according to Animal Birth Control rules. Arguments were also made regarding the re-release of captured dogs in their original locations and concerns about prolonged detention periods, with the court engaging with various stakeholders.
