Archive · 16 Jun 2025
Sniffer Dog Galileo Aids in Arrests of Timber Smugglers
In Madhya Pradesh, a special dog named Galileo is helping catch people who are illegally cutting down trees and hunting animals.
Galileo is a smart and energetic dog, trained to sniff out hidden clues.
Since 2020, Galileo has helped solve many cases and sent many people to jail.
He finds traps set by hunters and has helped solve cases where animals were killed.
The forest department spends a lot of money to keep Galileo healthy and well-fed, ensuring he can continue his important work.
A sniffer dog named Galileo has been instrumental in catching timber smugglers and poachers in Madhya Pradesh.
Galileo, a Belgian Malinois, has been working since 2020 in Veerangana Rani Durgawati Tiger Reserve.
The dog has been involved in solving 51 smuggling cases, leading to the arrest of 91 individuals.
Galileo's training includes detecting traps set by hunters and has aided in solving cases involving the killing of animals.
The forest department spends approximately Rs 50,000 monthly on Galileo's diet and provides special care for his health.
- Who
- Galileo, a Belgian Malinois, and timber smugglers/poachers
- What
- A sniffer dog, Galileo, is helping catch timber smugglers and poachers.
- When
- Since 2020
- Where
- Veerangana Rani Durgawati Tiger Reserve, Madhya Pradesh
- Why
- To catch those involved in illegal activities like timber smuggling and poaching, protecting wildlife.
- Dog's Name
- Galileo
- Breed
- Belgian Malinois
- Tiger Reserve
- Veerangana Rani Durgawati
- Cases Solved
- 51
- Smugglers Arrested
- 91
- Monthly Diet Cost
- Rs 50,000