CHENNAI: Rani chewed busily on a rubber bone, while Golden sat quietly looking with big brown eyes at all the people around. Little whines and boisterous barking could be heard at Boat Club Road on Sunday morning, even as children and elders went gaga over the Indian puppies put up for adoption by the Canine Adoption Drive (CAD).At this bi-monthly event, CAD helps Indian puppies and dogs find a loving family. Puppies younger than 30 days to two-and-half-year-olds were seen at the venue. Pink and blue satin ribbons around the puppies' necks differentiated the males from the females.Those interested in adopting the animals were helped by volunteers in making a decision. Murali, a member of CAD, said, “Bitches are more friendly, whereas dogs are naughty. The females can be neutered in six months time, and then, they will not breed. This is what the owners are worried about most. However, if you adopt a puppy younger than 45 days, it is better to take two, as they may feel isolated otherwise.”Those who adopt a puppy are required to give their residential details, and CAD will offer any help required. Pups above 45 days old had been dewormed and given their first set of vaccinations. Volunteers push for slightly older dogs to be adopted, as they are trained and more settled.At the end of the day, of the more than 35 puppies waiting for a home, nearly 20 were adopted.
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