RIVANSHI RAKHRAI
Pit Bulls have garnered alarming attention in India, being implicated in 45% of reported dog bite incidents. Labelled as the most perilous breed in the country, Pit Bulls have been banned not only in India but also in numerous other nations worldwide due to safety concerns
Certain parakeet species remain uncommon in the pet trade, partly due to legal protections, extinction risks, welfare considerations, and ethical dilemmas. Concerns persist regarding their conservation status, welfare, and the potential for harm or mistreatment
Monitor lizards often receive protection due to worries about their dwindling populations. Their captivity as pets may exacerbate their decline, as they may not receive adequate care in domestic environments
Sloth bears, with their specific dietary and environmental requirements, are inherently wild animals. Keeping them as pets can lead to health complications and behavioral issues due to the unsuitability of domestic settings for their natural behaviors
Indian pangolins, critically endangered, are prime targets for illegal wildlife trade. Prohibiting their ownership as pets serves to safeguard remaining populations and deter illicit trafficking
Saltwater crocodiles and gharials, both protected species, face conservation concerns. Additionally, their presence as pets may heighten human-wildlife conflicts and jeopardize their survival in the wild
Big cats like lions, tigers, and leopards are often shielded by wildlife conservation laws due to their endangered status. Captivity and ownership as pets would be detrimental, potentially leading to further population declines
Elephants, complex and social beings, have extensive requirements that are difficult to meet in domestic settings. Keeping them as pets is widely deemed inhumane due to the inability to provide the vast spaces, proper diet, and social interactions they necessitate
Indian rhinoceroses, vulnerable in the wild, merit conservation efforts to protect their populations. Capturing and domesticating them could undermine these conservation endeavors and contribute to population declines