How can I help a stray dog in Bali?

Probably the most prominent organisation is Bali Animal Welfare Organisation (or BAWA).
Other animal rescue organisations helping the dogs and cats of Bali include:

1. Bali Dog Adoption and Rehabilitation Centre (or BARC)
2. Villa Kitty.
3. Bali Rescue Dog Squad.
4. Mission Pawsible.
5. The Bali Dog Halfway House.
6. Bali Pet Crusaders.

Can you feed stray dogs in Bali?

If the dogs are healthy and doing just fine in their area, let them be. If your feeling sorry for the dogs, you can feed them. You can buy dog food or rice and chicken etc, and feed them on the road. Bali dogs ARE tough so you don’t have to worry too much about them living on the streets.

How can I help my dog in Bali?

7 animal charities in Bali

1. Mission Pawsible. Run by a small team with big hearts, Mission Pawsible started in 2015 with a sole mission to connect anyone with a passion for saving dogs and cats in Bali.
2. Bali Rumah Singgah Satwa (Bali RUSS)
3. Jet Set Petz.
4. Villa Kitty.
5. The Bali Dog.
6. Street Paws.
7. Bali Paws.

How can I help a stray dog?

Help the street dogs following these simple steps:

1. Identify the dogs incapable of surviving on their own.
2. Contact an animal shelter or a community dog center.
3. Arrange for some food.
4. Find a temporary shelter for them.
5. Take care and wait for professional help.

Why does Bali have so many stray dogs?

Born into poverty, dog owners often can’t afford sterilization, resulting in the rapidly growing Bali Dog population which means more and more dogs are taking to the streets, often getting caught up with the wrong pack.

Are there a lot of stray dogs in Bali?

In fact, it’s estimated that around 90% of dogs roaming freely in Bali are not homeless. Even so, when you visit Bali, it’s hard not to notice the many stray dogs roaming the streets, many of which may seem unhealthy or aggressive.

How many stray dogs are there in Bali?

500,000 stray dogs
There are an estimated 500,000 stray dogs in Bali alone. Rabies outbreaks due to lack of vaccinations causes up to 10 human deaths a year.

Can I adopt a dog from Bali?

BAWA has many puppies, older dogs, kittens and cats ready for adoption. They have been rescued from tragedy in the streets, rivers and ravines of Bali. All are healthy and fully vaccinated.Great places for Adoption Posters include schools and busy cafes, restaurants, shops and supermarkets.

How long do Bali dogs live?

If well looked after, the breed can live over 16 years. There are stories of Bali Dogs traveling many miles across country to return to their original homes. Although they like to run in packs and make a lot of noise, the breed is seldom aggressive and bites are rare if the dog is not provoked.

Are dogs sacred in Bali?

“In Hindu tradition in Bali, the dog is considered a holy animal. They are very patient and loyal to their owner. The Balinese love dogs because dog is their friend.”

How can we help strays?

What can I do for other stray animals right now?

1. Become a Sponsor. Caring for so many animals is resource-intensive.
2. Volunteer. Volunteering in rescue centers is a proactive way to make a huge impact on the animals.
3. Donate to Help Homeless Pets.
4. Foster homeless animals.

Should stray animals be killed?

If stray dogs are not killed, their population will keep on increasing causing more danger to humans, especially to children. Stray dogs are often carriers of diseases because of the lack of care. Stray dogs’ feces and barks are decreasing the qualify of life for people in cities.

How can we help dogs?

Every Dog Has Its Day

1. Consider being a foster parent to pet in transition.
2. Do you know how to sew, knit, or crochet?
3. Throw a party!
4. Use the power of your vote!
5. Volunteer to use your special skills to support your local shelter.
6. Be vigilant!
7. Be generous!
8. Consider adoption and check out your local shelter.

Can you take a dog from Australia to Bali?

As Lynne has written above – it is illegal to take any pet into Bali and to do so risks having your pet destroyed.

Are there stray cats in Bali?

When you shouldn’t rescue an animal
Although stray cats and dogs are everywhere in Bali, it’s not always smart to ‘save’ an animal.

Are there dogs in Bali?

Though genetic studies have found too much diversity among Bali Street Dogs (or BSDs as they are also known) for them to be considered a truly isolated dog population, they are believed to have bred freely and roamed the island with limited outside gene flow for thousands of years.

Do all dogs in Bali have rabies?

Moving from village to village, the teams’ goal is to vaccinate 400,000 animals, roughly 70 percent of the island’s dog population, by the end of the year. Rabies is present in dogs in more than 200 of Bali’s 700 or so villages, said Putu Sumantra, the head of the provincial animal husbandry department.

How much does it cost to bring a dog back from Bali?

Pet Transport Companies

Company	Cost (US $)
As unaccompanied cargo
Indoanimal Travel	$1813
Jetfast	$2985
ANIMAL EXPRESS Jakarta	~$2,438.81

Can I rescue a dog from abroad?

International Dog Rescue has been set up with the goal to rescue dogs from the terrible conditions of public shelters overseas.Since we began in 2017, our wonderful supporters have helped us rescue and find forever homes for over 300 dogs which would otherwise have had to fight for their survival or be put to sleep.

How can I rescue my dog overseas?

Steps on How to Adopt a Foreign Rescue Dog

1. Arrange transportation for your dog. The animal shelter will work with you to arrange transportation abroad.
2. Get your pet in to see your regular vet.
3. Make your new dog comfortable.

What breed are the stray dogs in Bali?

Kintamani dog
Lineage. A genetic study indicates that the Kintamani dog is native to Bali and was derived from Bali street dogs. The Bali street dogs are most closely aligned with the Australian dingo, more distantly related to AKC recognized breeds of Asian origin but not those of European origin.