Bangalore Animal Helpline Numbers and Dog Adoption Guide

We’re often asked by kind hearts regarding Bangalore animal helpline numbers. In this blog post, we’ve tried to aggregate a list of charitable foundations, NGOs, and shelters in Bangalore that you may refer to as a ready reckoner.

Given the traffic woes in Bangalore and the fact that most of these shelters are understaffed, please try to take the injured animal to the nearest facility. If possible, please try to comfort the animal in need and provide first aid, and care till the ambulance arrives.

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Read next

• Animal helplines across India: the full city-wise directory
• How to help a stray dog the right way
• Thinking of adopting? Start here

Also see: our full directory of animal helplines across India, or jump to a city: Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Pune.

Bangalore animal helpline numbers (24×7 emergency)

If you have found an injured, sick or abandoned animal anywhere in the city, these are the Bangalore animal helpline numbers worth saving to your phone right now. Most of these animal rescue helplines in Bangalore offer pickup, ambulance support and basic veterinary care, and several run 24×7. Call the one nearest to you, describe the animal’s condition clearly, and share the exact location with a landmark so the team can reach it without losing time.

One thing before you call: if the injury looks serious, do not wait for a callback. If you can safely do so, take the animal straight to the nearest vet yourself. It may cost a little, but it can be the difference between life and death.

1. CUPA Bangalore

has six centers in Bangalore where they care for injured animals. Some of the services provided are animal birth control, trauma and rescue, geriatric care, and adoption facilities.

For the rescue and treatment of sick and injured stray animals in Bangalore, kindly contact the CUPA Trauma Centre also referred to as Veterinary hospital Hebbal.

Address: CUPA Bangalore. KVAFSU, Veterinary College Campus, Bellary Road, Hebbal
Bangalore – 560024

Street dog rescue helpline number: +91 080 22947300/ 22947301
Open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday – Sunday

2. Charlie’s Animal Rescue Centre – CARE

helps with Rescue, adoption, and medical care of cats and dogs in need. They have been helping stray dogs of Bengaluru for a while now. Ace illustrator Alicia Souza also adopted her furry best friend from them.

Address: Survey No. 124, Mitteganahalli Cross,
Kogilu Village, Yelahanka Hobli,
Bangalore North – 560064

Phone: +91 9483911110 / 9035999372
Open from 11:00am – 4:00pm, Monday – Saturday.
Open from 11:00am – 3:00pm, Sunday.

3. Government Veterinary hospitals in Bangalore

From what the volunteers have told us, it is always good to tell Bangalore pet hospitals (govt. facilities) that you are from a media house, this makes them take up the case with diligence. (Many of them may not be as empathetic to the cause as you.)

• Mysore Road – 26701099
• Queen’s Road – 22260211
• Malleshwaram – 23468345
• Rajajinagar – 23501509
• Veterinary College Hospital – 23412556

4. CARTMAN Society – Centre for Action, Research, Technology for Man, Animals, and Nature

have a Vet clinic and animal shelter but they don’t have an ambulance service hence you’d have to take the injured animal to the center for any kind of treatment.

See Also: I am a dog in Bangalore

Address: CA-18, 17th D Main, 6th Block,
Koramangala, Bangalore – 560095

Phone: +91 091088 05001
Email: cahbangalore@gmail.com
Open from 8:30 am to 8:30 pm, Monday – Sunday

5. ALAI – Emergency Rescue Service

helps with dog rescue and rehabilitation of injured, abused, and abandoned dogs in Bengaluru.

Shelter: Chaghalatti village, Baglur post, Bangalore
Clinic: Hennur Cross, Opp. Reliance Fresh, Bangalore – 560043

Phone: +91 9739288282
Email: info.alairescue@gmail.com
Open from 09:30am to 04:00pm, Monday – Sunday

Also see: Which is the best dog For an Indian home?

6. People For Animals (PFA Bangalore)

helps in the rescue, recuperation, and subsequent release of animals in need.

Address: No. 67, Uttarahalli Main Road,
Kengeri, Bangalore – 560 060

Phone: +91 99000 25370, 98456 85955 or 9980339880.
Email: gm@peopleforanimalsbangalore.org, info@peopleforanimalsbangalore.org

7. VOSD – The Voice of Stray Dogs

The Voice of Stray Dogs or VOSD is a 7-year-old non-profit which works towards caring for dogs in every kind of distress. They also built India’s first canine blood bank.

Address: 1st Floor, Pine Valley Building, Embassy Golf Links, Off Intermediate Ring Road, Bangalore – 560071   

Open from 9am – 6pm, Monday – Saturday.

Email: info@strays.in

8. KRUPA Loving animals Bangalore

is an animal hospital and shelter which helps rescue felines and canines that are injured.

Address: 16, 7th Main Rd, Subash Nagar, Kengeri Satellite Town, Bengaluru, Karnataka – 560060                   

Phone: 098805 63690 

Open from 11:00 – 5:00 pm, Monday – Saturday.

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9. Let’s Live Together

You can adopt a furry pal in Bengaluru from Let’s Live Together, a charitable trust working to foster compassionate relationships between humans and animals.

Address: #728, 19th Crossroad, 16th Main Rd, A Block, Sahakar Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560092         

Phone: 099864 13916

10. BBMP – Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike

Stray dog population is controlled by BBMP with the sterilization of stray dogs by implementing ABC-ARV Programme as per the Animal Birth Control (Dog) Rules-2001.

BBMP dog rescue number: 22975595/22221188/22100031

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Bangalore has a growing network of government bodies, NGOs, and independent volunteers committed to animal welfare. Whether it’s a case of cruelty, an injured street animal, or a wildlife encounter, knowing the right numbers can make all the difference.

Emergency & Animal Cruelty:

• 📞 Police Control Room – Dial 112 to report animal abuse or cruelty.

• 🐾 BBMP Animal Rescue Helpline – Call 1533 for municipal animal rescue support.

• 🐕‍🦺 Police Dog Squad – 080-25710672

Specialized Helplines:

• 🐒 Monkeys & Cattle (BBMP) – 080-22277789, 22975698

• 🐍 Snakes or Monkeys (WRRC) – 080-22947317/307, 9901510394

• 🐄 Cows, Horses, Donkeys (CUPA) – 080-22947317, 9449559767, 080-40977216 (Sambhava)

• 🦜 Bird Rescue (ARRC) – 9449642222, 9620286800 (Crows), 9900025370

• 🐍 Snake Catchers (BBMP) – 080-22221188, 22975698

Animal Carcass Removal & Rabies Support:

• 🚛 Dead Animal Removal (BBMP) – 080-22221188

• ☣️ Rabies Helpline (BBMP) – 6364893322

• 🐾 Mobile Vet Clinic (Govt.) – Dial 1962

Illegal Activities:

• 🐘 Wildlife Poaching (Aranya Bhavan) – 080-23341484

• 🥩 Illegal Slaughter Complaints – 080-22975566

Reporting a Shelter or Boarding Facility:
If you witness unethical practices at an animal shelter or pet boarding, and have video proof, contact the BBMP rescue line (1533) or the police (112).

Private Pet Ambulances:
For quicker help in emergencies, the following private ambulances are available:
📞 9964193210, 8722947494, 9886307717, 9538493313, 9964814408, 9353461173, 8022660000, and others including Ravi (7022322185), Girish (9632201065), Vinod (8341899936).

Cow Rescue:
Help for injured or abandoned cattle is available at: 9844203467, 9880212545, 9632038167, 9742906874

Snake Rescue Experts:
Contact trained snake catchers like Spurthy (9844530033), Mahesh (9916968959), Nagabhushan (9341240482), Shivappa (9980855720), or Jairaj (9342596704) among many others across the city.

Most of these shelters and NGOs also offer adoption services. So if you are looking for a lovely addition to your family in Bangalore, please consider adopting from a shelter.

You may even consider volunteering at a nearby shelter to help with the rescue, care, and adoptions.

This isn’t an exhaustive list – if you know of any other Bangalore animal helpline – individuals or organizations doing some phenomenal work for the stray cats or dogs, please suggest in the comments below.

How to adopt a dog in Bangalore

Adopting a dog in Bangalore is easier than most people fear, and it usually starts with the same shelters and NGOs listed above. Many of them always have indie dogs, puppies and rehomed pets waiting, far more than they have homes to offer. Here is how the process typically works.

1. Pick a shelter or rescue from the list above and reach out. Tell them what suits your home, whether that is an energetic pup, a calm older dog, or simply whoever needs you most.
2. Meet the dogs in person. Visit the shelter or a foster home. A few minutes with a dog tells you far more than any photo can.
3. Expect a simple screening. Most Bangalore shelters ask a few questions, and some do a quick home check, to be sure each dog goes to a safe and committed home.
4. Complete the formalities. This is usually a short adoption form and a small donation that goes straight back into rescue work.
5. Ask about the essentials before you leave. Check the dog’s vaccination and deworming status, whether it has been sterilised, the right diet for the first few weeks, and who to call if you need help settling in.

If you would rather begin online, follow Dog with Blog’s adoption updates on Instagram, or open the NGOs listed above like CUPA to see dogs currently up for adoption in Bangalore. And please, adopt, don’t shop. The indie waiting on a street corner makes just as loyal a companion as any pedigree, and you free up a shelter spot for the next rescue.

How to report an injured or stray dog in Bangalore

If you spot an injured, sick or distressed animal on the streets of Bangalore, acting quickly and calmly gives it the best chance.

1. Call a verified 24×7 helpline from the list above, choosing the one nearest to where the animal is.
2. Describe the situation clearly: the animal’s condition, whether it can stand or walk, and any visible injuries.
3. Share the exact location with a landmark, shop name or map pin so rescuers do not lose time finding it.
4. Stay nearby if it is safe. A frightened animal often hides, and your presence helps the team locate it.
5. Do not move a badly injured animal unless it is in immediate danger, such as lying in traffic. Handling a fracture or spinal injury wrongly can do more harm than the accident did.

While you wait, you can offer a little water, but hold off on food in case the animal needs surgery. If the case is serious and no helpline is reachable, take it to the nearest vet yourself if you safely can. It also helps to know your rights: cruelty to animals is an offence under Indian law, so you can involve the police if an animal has been deliberately harmed. See our guide to animal laws in India.

Frequently asked questions

What is the animal helpline number in Bangalore?

There is no single citywide number. Bangalore’s rescues are run by NGOs and trusts like those listed above, several of which operate 24×7. Save the one closest to you, and keep your nearest municipal veterinary hospital as a backup.

Which NGOs rescue street dogs in Bangalore?

Well-known ones include CUPA (Compassion Unlimited Plus Action) and VOSD (Voice of Stray Dogs), alongside the other shelters and trusts listed on this page. Most handle rescue, treatment and adoption.

How do I adopt an indie dog in Bangalore?

Contact any shelter above, visit to meet the dogs, complete a short adoption form and usually a small donation, then ask about vaccination, sterilisation and diet before bringing your dog home.

Where can I report an injured or stray dog in Bangalore?

Call a 24×7 helpline from the list above, share the animal’s location and condition, and stay nearby if it is safe until help arrives. If the animal was deliberately harmed, you can also file a police complaint.

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