Meet Life

Story: Life has been rescued by us a number of times because his skin problem cannot withstand the rough conditions of the street. He leaves our shelter healed, but returns a few months later sore and scabby again, so we have decided to keep him has a permanent resident so that his hairless body is cared for.

Personality: The stud muffin who ended up developing a complex because he lost all his hair. Life is a big, strong dog who likes to keep the pack under control. His bark is deep and demands authority. But he’s calmed down a little since losing his fur and crown jewels, taking a step back and realising there’s more to life than good looks and power. He still has a very soft spot for the ladies and loves a good cuddle.

Meet Johnny

Story: Johnny was most likely a pet that became unwanted when he developed arthritis, and was dumped on the streets. DAR found him and brought him back to good health, and decided he will stay with us for the long haul.

Personality: The stubborn old man with a Harley-Davidson in his garage. He had a youthful life, one with great risks taken and many adventures lived. He is getting older now, but he doesn’t seem to notice and just does not want to give up! He runs as fast as he can, though he is the slowest of the lot. He barks at everyone and everything because he has earned this right over the many years of experiencing life. He is a funny old man, with a slightly lopsided face.

Meet Shamboo

Her Story: At the age of 2 months, Shamboo was rescued after he was hit by a car. We presume he was hit in the head causing trauma. The head injury has left him with a slight vision problem and his head twitches if you look closely.

Personality:  Shamboo is a very intelligent and active puppy. Don’t think his slight defects have slowed him down. He likes to go on walks, and has learned all of the basic commands, such as sit, stay etc. . Shamboo plays with all of the other puppies and loves to take naps!

Meet Scottie

Story: Scottie came to us as a little puppy who had been hit by car, rendering both his back legs useless. One leg required an amputation, and the other leg had a large wound that healed in a way that stopped him from ever learning to use the leg. And so, Scottie became our token permanent resident with two legs.

Personality: Paralympic bronze medalist, because the only thing keeping him from gold is his easily distracted mind when anyone new passes the shelter. Being the go-getter that he is, Scottie has trained hard and now has an upper body bigger than Arnold Schwarzenegger. He plays rough with all the other young ones, and when he’s tired he snuggles up for a good cuddle. He has an unbreakable spirit and soft heart and an adorable face to match.

Meet Shashi

Meet Asha

Her Story: Asha met with an accident, and was found as a puppy with a broken leg. She had to have a metal rod inserted in order to mend the leg, which was a great success.

Personality: Active gym member She is ferociously full of life and physically fit! She is a disciplined young woman who loves her mud baths when we go dog hiking. She is an independent, dedicated member of the pack who completes her tasks everyday, and she loves digging up bones whenever she can get her paws on one.

Meet Muffin

Her Story: Brought in at the age of 6 weeks, Muffin had been hit by a car and had a broken front leg, and her hips and back legs were slightly mis-aligned. Although her front leg has now healed, one of her back legs does not bend so she has a very odd walking style and runs a bit like a rabbit.

Personality: Chilled out, no-nonsense girl, who just gets on with life. Muffin was not a happy puppy, at first she was very nervous of people and would growl at any other dog who came near her, but over the couple of months that she was healing, we gained her trust and now she is always at the gate to welcome us every morning. She loves to play with the other youngsters at DAR and will run around the forest, playing chase with her friends.

Meet Cookie

Story: Cookie, along with his sister, was found on the streets as a puppy. They were weak and malnourished, just like many street dogs. Sadly, Cookie’s sister did not survive, however, Cookie is a fighter and did survive the accident, but had to have his front leg amputated.

Personality: Pack Professor Cookie is the leader of the DAR gang. He teaches the newcomers the ropes on how to act at the shelter and teaches them how to do certain things. He takes care of his great following very well and imparts all the knowledge he has. “Look, you’re in my territory. Do as I say, and I will take care of you.”

Meet Snowy

Story: Snowy was born at Norbulingka and was treated very nicely. Unfortunately, she has chronic skin problems that lead to demodectic mange. Every time she got healthy we would put her back, then a few months later she would be in the same condition; fur loss, irritated skin, swelling… so we decided to keep her here.

Personality: She is a true femme fatale. She is so beautiful that everyone stares. She is such a sweetheart that you will fall in love no matter what you do. However, if you step on her foot by accident or say something unkind, she will have an utter tantrum. Howl, moan… of course just wanting more attention : )

Meet Coconut

Story: Coconut came to DAR after being struck by a car. She was too scrawny and weak to perform the needed hind leg amputation when she arrived. Unfortunately, infection set in and we had to amputate it immediately. She had a long recovery but is now is a fit and healthy girl.

Personality: Raring to go… on three legs. Coconut is a NUT! After her rough start you would never imagine that she was the one growling and howling at the gate everyday to be the first one let out for her daily hike. She loves hiking and playing with the other dogs, and getting dirty. She does not seem too concerned about keeping her white coat clean, as long as she is having fun.

Meet Neo

Story: Neo came to DAR after we found her on the road…kicked out by her family because she was old. Every time she tried to get back into her house…she was beaten.

Personality: At first, Neo was afraid to be touched, but after a lovely volunteer spent quality time with her, she began to trust humans again. She loves to be groomed and shown affection…but don’t get her wrong, she is the boss of the DAR front yard, keeping puppies in their place and first in line for food!

Meet Abu

Story: Brought in at the age of 6 months, Abu had been hit by a car and left to die. There was blood all over the road and his femur bone was sticking out of his legs.

Personality: Abu is such a friendly dog, always the first to come and say hello to DAR’s employees. He likes to cuddle not only with humans but with his dog friends. Unfortunately, his hind leg still does not work properly even after a pinning…but don’t let that fool you, he is a fast runner and loves playing with his best friends Mutki and Beauty.

Meet Mutki

Story: Mutki and her sisters were dumped near our clinic when they were just 3 weeks old! They lacked maternal milk and were so weak, only 3 of them survived.

Personality: Mutki is so sweet! She loves humans and wants a forever home so badly. In the mean time, she also loves running around with her best friend Abu.

Meet Whitey

Story: Whitey came to DAR after a hit and run accident which dislocated her hip. Luckily, this healed quickly but we then discovered she was also blind. Since there is no MRI in Dharamsala, we are treating her as best we can, but there is no improvement with her vision.

Personality: She is only around 3 or 4 years old and is very mellow. She likes to sleep a lot and is very trusting of dogs and humans…which is very surprising considering her condition. No one will adopt her in India so we are hoping to find someone in Canada or the USA to take her in. We do not have the best facility for a blind dog.

Meet Beauty

Story: Beauty was dumped near our clinic with her siblings when they were just 3 weeks old! They lacked maternal milk and were weak so not all of them survived. Beauty has only ever lived at DAR so we cannot put her on the streets and it is very difficult to find the desi (local) breed dogs homes..especially if they are female.

Personality: Beautiful inside and out. Beauty puts on no airs with her looks…she is friends with all and loves playing with her mates Mutki and Abu.

Meet Blush

Story: Little Blush was found on the side of the road when Asif Basra (Bollywood Actor) and his girlfriend spotted her in a pile of garbage missing most of her fur.

Personality: Smarty pants Blush is what we call her. She is quick to learn, quick to play, and quick to give affection. We can’t believe that nobody has adopted her yet…so until she finds her forever home, she needs your sponsorship.