India, Aug. 9 -- Sheltering all of Delhi's 600,000 stray dogs is unfeasible and costly, requiring vast land and funds. Even if implemented, it won't solve the issue, as unsterilised dogs from neighbouring states would continue entering the city, making the effort unsustainable

The demand for herding all stray dogs in Delhi in shelters misses two points - it is impracticable and will not end their presence in streets and public places. The impracticability of it becomes clear on considering the number involved. The latter will determine the number of shelters needed, the built-up area of each, the land needed for building shelters, the cost and time of construction, and the number of administrators, veterinary doctors, para-medics and oth...