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Mini Vasudevan of Humane Animal Society talks about the renewed interest in adopting or supporting indie dogs
It’s the robust naatu naai or the indie dog that makes heads turn while adopting a pet, says Mini Vasudevan, co-founder of Humane Animal Society (HAS), an NGO in Coimbatore that addresses the welfare of stray animals. “Earlier, ‘pure’ breeds like the German shepherd, Dobermann, or beagle used to be sought after. Now, people want to bring home an indie, a breed that has been cross-bred over many generations, is loyal and trust-worthy,” she explains.More Related News
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