AWBI 5 Days Sterilisation Protocol

Standard Operating Protocol

As per the standard operating procedure (SOP) recommended by the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) there is a 5 days sterilisation protocol.

Sterilisation Cycle

Given below is the 5 days sterilisation cycle. Any NGO that does not follow these steps is actually violating the SOP given by the AWBI.

Day 1– Dogs are admitted at the center either by volunteers or volunteer-assisted dog-catching programs with the catching team

Day 2 – On the 2nd day the vet assesses the dogs, and then they are scheduled for surgery. Following the vet’s approval, the dogs undergo sterilisation surgery. The surgeries are performed under sterile conditions to minimize the risk of infections and other complications.

Day 3 and 4 – Post-surgery, the dogs spend two days in recovery where they receive necessary post-operative care. The dogs are provided with appropriate medicines, food, and care. They are also monitored for any complications arising from the surgery.

Day 5 – Once the dogs recover and are deemed fit for release, they are released in the same location where they were picked up, aided by volunteers on the ground. It’s ensured that the dogs are safely returned to their familiar environments, which is critical for their well-being.

If a dog is not fit or has not healed completely by Day 5, then they continue to remain at the center, receiving medical attention, food and care till the time they are fit for release.

With humane treatment being the core of all we do at CCC, a strict protocol is followed to ensure that every stray dog that is released is fit and perfectly healed after the sterilisation surgery.
This protocol not only aims at controlling the population of stray dogs but also ensures that the animals are treated humanely and ethically throughout the process. It reflects a balance between the needs for stray dog population control and animal welfare. This is a commendable practice for managing stray dog populations while ensuring their well-being and benefits for human society.