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Detailed explanation-1: -With each registration, pet owners will pay a yearly fee of Rs 500, while a penalty will be imposed on those who fail to register. By 1st March 2023, pet owners must also get their respective pets vaccinated and sterilised for rabies. Delay in vaccination or sterilisation will result in a penalty of Rs 2, 000/month.

Detailed explanation-2: -Contrary to other countries like the US, UK, Italy, New Zealand, Spain, Ireland, etc., India does not have any pan-India law for dog-licenses. But pet owners can get their dogs registered with the local municipal authorities based on their city and state. You can also register your dog with KCI – Kennel Club of India.

Detailed explanation-3: -Pet dog registration is compulsory under GMC Act, denying/failing is violation of law and is punishable.

Detailed explanation-4: -Many pet parents across the country do not even know that in certain cities in India it is mandatory to get a pet licence. Failure to do so can even result in a situation where state authorities enjoy the right to seize a pet for not conforming to this requirement.