Celebrate Valentine’s Day with kindness: Feed a stray dog

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Colombo, February 13 (Daily Mirror) - The Association of Veterinarians for Humane Management of Animal Population is encouraging the public to celebrate this Valentine’s Day (February 14) by providing food and water to starving stray dogs as they are our closest, most adorable, tail-wagging friends.

Dr. Chamith Nanayakkara, an advisor to the association, told the Daily Mirror that as dogs have always been humans’ best friends, it is time we spare a little effort to care for them in return.

He urged people to feed and show affection to stray dogs, who are often mistreated and neglected by society.

"While we’re busy with chocolates and roses, countless strays are just hoping for a kind heart and a full belly. Please make their day—feed a pup, give them some fresh water, or simply show them a little love. After all, kindness is the best gift of all," Dr. Nanayakkara said.

To mark the occasion, the association is organising a feeding initiative for starving stray dogs in the Anuradhapura Municipal area. Residents are encouraged to join the movement by feeding a stray dog in their neighborhood and tagging the association in their acts of kindness.

Let’s make this Valentine’s Day special—not just for us, but for them too!

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Cecil Hedwige Thursday, 13 February 2025 09:11 AM

Stray dogs are a menace. The authorities should punish the owners of these stray dogs who have abandoned these innocent dogs. These dogs shit all over the roads and are a menace to school going children and society and tourist who come to visit our country. One of the objectives of clean Sri Lanka is to get rid of this menace,

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Perera Thursday, 13 February 2025 09:12 AM

True. Rather than giving some bitch a chocolate, perfume and a bunch of flowers only to find she's gone with some other dude the next day , better feed a stray dog.

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European Thursday, 13 February 2025 12:42 PM

And you are wondering why you are still single???? Lol.

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SS Thursday, 13 February 2025 09:17 AM

Thank you for the great idea

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E Sarath Thursday, 13 February 2025 09:43 AM

What about our poor hungry people and children begging on the streets? In my mind, they should be fed first before we before think of feeding stray dogs. Simultaneously, you can treat stray dogs as well. Think twice!

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Dr. Dee esquire Thursday, 13 February 2025 02:02 PM

They beg because it’s good money. Not because they need to beg! I’d rather feed a hungry dog or cat.

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Grace Thursday, 13 February 2025 09:50 AM

Could you please tell me what action you have taken against those who hanged a domestic dog and killed recently on the advice of a mediatory board?.

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JOE Thursday, 13 February 2025 11:29 AM

E Sarath !!! Most people are on the road begging because its a good business and they dont want to WORK !!!

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Nirosh Wickramanayake Thursday, 13 February 2025 09:25 PM

Hats off to the association for this much needed and timely initiative!!

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