A post on X has set off a storm online, showing how a government officer proudly bought a Siberian Husky for nearly ₹1 lakh. At first, the dog looked like a status symbol, exotic, stylish, and expensive. But now, in Delhi’s blazing 45°C heat, the reality is cruel.
The Husky spends its days trapped inside an air‑conditioned room, unable to step outside. Even in the evening, the dog struggles to breathe. A breed made for snow is now fighting for survival in India’s extreme summers.
Netizens are furious; some slammed the obsession with foreign breeds, saying, “Indian dogs are the most suitable for our conditions.” Others argued that if every dog lover adopted just one stray, India’s street dog crisis would shrink overnight. Strong voices even demanded,
“Huskies should be limited to Kashmir, Ladakh, and banned in other states for welfare.”
The debate is clear: dog love is not about showing off. It’s about responsibility. And India’s Indies, strong, loyal, climate‑ready, are waiting for homes.
Adopting a stray is not just compassion; it is common sense. These dogs don’t collapse in the heat. They don’t need AC rooms to survive. They just need food, care, and love. Adoption saves lives, reduces street suffering, and shows that your love is genuine.
Internet reactions poured in after the story went viral. One person wrote, “Absolutely, I don’t understand the fetish of Indians adopting foreign breeds. Even the dog lovers have foreign breeds at home.” Another added, “Indian dogs are the most suitable for our conditions. If dog lovers could adopt just one stray, the street dog problem would also be reduced!
A third X user admitted, “I’m not a dog lover as of now. But honestly, it’s their choice to buy the breed they love. Of course, they have to deal with the necessary steps for their welfare, but this doesn’t mean you should only buy local if you love dogs.”
And finally, a strong opinion came through, “Husky should be limited to only Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh. Ban in other states for the welfare of the dog.”
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