Noida: Amid rising cases of the menace caused by dogs, the Noida Authority has formulated a policy regarding pet animals. As per the guidelines issued by the authority, pet owners have to register their dogs or cats by January 31 next year or they will have to pay a fine. Furthermore, in case of any mishap caused due to pet dogs or cats a penalty of Rs 10,000 will be imposed.
The decision was taken in the 207th board meeting of the Noida authority in accordance with the guidelines of the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI). The authority approved the policy to govern the keeping of pets and feeding of strays in the wake of several instances of dog bites reported in the city.
