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Monday, March 13, 2017
HOLI-ANIMALS 2 LAST
Correspondent : PTI
As part of their awareness campaign, PETA too has put out

As part of their awareness campaign, PETA too has put out a word of caution for people playing Holi around animals.

In an article titled, "Keep Animals Safe This Holi", the Mumbai-based animal rights organisation urged people to create awareness in their localities and sensitise children against "throwing powder colour or water balloons at animals".

"Kids may not realise that this frightens and hurts animals," the article reads.

Besides the synthetic colours used during the festival, that can cause skin allergies, rashes or even blindness in people as well as animals, PETA also warned against letting animals consume "Holi sweets".

"Animals can easily inhale the coloured powder, which can cause nasal irritation and respiratory allergies or infections. Animals that ingest it while grooming themselves can suffer from stomach ailments or other illnesses or even die. Drinking water coloured by the powder can also cause hair loss and dermatitis in dogs.

"Also, give dogs only canine-friendly treats this Holi. Ingredients like cream, chocolate and raisins can make them sick or even kill them," the article notes.

Meanwhile, Bhubaneswar-based Animal Welfare Trust Ekamra (AWTE) will have a group of volunteers keeping an eye on street animals to offer immediate first aid if required.

"We have also planned to clean the small puppies and dogs by giving them a bath to remove the colour," Purabi Patra from AWTE said. PTI TRS MAH TRS

 
SOURCE : http://indiatoday.intoday.in/story/holi-animals-2-last/1/902816.html
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