This action was taken in response to concerns voiced by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India, who raised questions about the scientific and ethical consequences of utilising stray dogs in research. The CCSEA recommended in September 2022 that stray dogs could be used in upcoming vaccine trials and challenge studies, provided that the animals were quarantined and rehabilitated in accordance with CCSEA guidelines. Furthermore, PETA India has argued that relying on stray dogs in tests cannot accurately predict human responses to vaccines, potentially leading to delays in the approval of effective treatments. This action was taken in response to concerns voiced by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India, who raised questions about the scientific and ethical consequences of utilising stray dogs in research. Furthermore, PETA India has argued that relying on stray dogs in tests cannot accurately predict human responses to vaccines, potentially leading to delays in the approval of effective treatments.

Source: Indian Express November 02, 2023 21:28 UTC