Ahmedabad Loves Dogs... Registering Them? Not So Much
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Despite the growing trend of keeping pets in the city, more than half of Ahmedabad’s estimated pet dogs remain unregistered in official Municipal Corporation records.
According to Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) data, the city has an estimated population of around 50,000 pet dogs, but only 19,643 dogs have been registered online so far.
In view of the gap between estimated pet ownership and official registrations, the Canine and Animal Control Department (CNCD) of AMC has extended the deadline for pet dog registration by another three months, allowing owners to complete the process until September 30, 2026.
Key Registration Figures
- Estimated pet dogs in Ahmedabad: Around 50,000
- Registered pet dogs so far: 19,643
- Total registered pet owners: 17,286
- New registration deadline: September 30, 2026
According to AMC’s official report, 17,286 pet owners have registered their 19,643 pet dogs on the civic body’s records.
West Zone Leads in Pet Dog Registrations
The zone-wise registration figures show that residents of Ahmedabad’s western areas have recorded the highest number of registered pet dogs.
Registration numbers by zone:
Zone | Registered Pet Dogs |
|---|---|
West Zone | 4,971 |
North-West Zone | 4,078 |
South-West Zone | 2,627 |
East Zone | 2,834 |
North Zone | 1,992 |
South Zone | 2,364 |
Central Zone | 777 |
Total | 19,643 |
The West Zone recorded the highest registrations, while the Central Zone had the lowest number of registered pet dogs.
Labrador Retriever Most Popular Breed Among Ahmedabad Pet Owners
Among registered pet dogs, the Labrador Retriever has emerged as the most preferred breed among city residents.
Top registered dog breeds include:
- Labrador Retriever: 3,867
- German Shepherd: 1,490
- Shih Tzu: 1,413
- Golden Retriever: 1,367
Pet Registration Mandatory Under Rabies-Free Ahmedabad 2030 Target
Pet registration has been made mandatory under the civic body’s goal of achieving ‘Rabies Free Ahmedabad 2030’ and implementing the Animal Birth Control programme.
Pet owners can complete online registration by paying a fee of ₹2,000 and uploading required documents, including:
- Aadhaar card
- Vaccination card
- Property tax bill
- Electricity bill
The registration process will remain open until September 30, 2026.
AMC Also Begins Registration Process for Pet Cats
Along with dog registrations, the Municipal Corporation has also started a new registration process for pet cats in Ahmedabad.
- Estimated pet cats in the city: Around 5,000
- Registration fee for cats: ₹200
