Why are children still dying this World Rabies Day?

Dogs can carry rabies long before anyone sees it.

Today is World Rabies Day — a day that reminds us that one of the most terrifying and preventable diseases is still claiming countless lives.

Just a few months ago in India, a six-year-old girl lost her life to rabies after being bitten by a stray dog. 

Her family rushed her for treatment, but by the time symptoms appeared, it was already too late.

Her death sparked outrage, even reaching India’s Supreme Court. 

But outrage cannot bring her back.

Without protection, street dogs live under the shadow of rabies.

Rabies is one of the most terrifying diseases known to humankind. 

Once rabies symptoms appear, there is no cure. 

Victims, dogs, and people alike suffer confusion, seizures, hallucinations, and even a paralyzing fear of water as their bodies shut down.

Every year, rabies kills an estimated 59,000 people worldwide, almost half of them are children under 15. 

Behind each number is a story like that of the little Indian girl and the dogs who suffer too.

The innocent dogs are hunted, poisoned, and killed in cruel attempts to stop outbreaks.

Save Tomorrow’s Dogs From Rabies!

Fear of rabies leaves dogs trapped in cycles of cruelty.

World Rabies Day reminds us that the best way to protect humans and animals is through prevention, which begins with the dogs.

3 Powerful Ways to Protect Dogs from Rabies

1. Vaccination — the most powerful shield

If a dog is bitten by another animal, the wound must be cleaned thoroughly.

A rabies booster may be required depending on the dog’s vaccination history. 

Acting quickly prevents the virus from spreading.

2. Post-bite care and immediate veterinary attention

Quick care after a bite can save a dog’s life.

If a dog is bitten by another animal, the wound must be cleaned thoroughly.

A rabies booster may be required depending on the dog’s vaccination history. 

Acting quickly prevents the virus from spreading.

3. Safe community practices around wildlife and strays

Open garbage attracts strays and raises rabies risks.

Rabies often spreads when dogs interact with infected wildlife or are fed irresponsibly. 

Securing food waste, avoiding direct contact with unknown animals, and teaching children to be cautious reduces exposure. 

These simple measures help block rabies transmission at the community level.

But here is the deeper problem: 

No matter how many vaccines we give, new puppies are born on the streets every day — unvaccinated, at risk, and restarting the cycle.

Each unvaccinated puppy can restart the cycle of rabies.

The world's 600 million stray dogs and 87 million stray cats give birth to over 1 billion homeless puppies and kittens every year. 

Those who survive repeat the cycle, leading to endless generations of suffering.



This is why we are developing a one-time, permanent-lasting, birth control Cookie that, when eaten, will spay or neuter a homeless dog or cat without surgery, to end the overpopulation crisis.

You can help the next street dog before they are born into the same misery, starting at just $5 a month.

Yes, I’ll Protect Future Dogs From Rabies!

Thank you for helping and for caring about animals. 

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Sources:

[1] 600

[2] SPCA

[3] NFA

[4] PETA

[5] Times of India