Archive · 19 Jun 2025
Telangana High Court Orders Release of Banned Dog in Hyderabad
A man's dog, a Dogo Argentino (a breed some places ban), was taken away after his brother complained the dog attacked people.
The owner said it was a false complaint.
The High Court said the dog can go back to its owner, but it must be kept away from the public.
The police are still investigating to see if the dog is dangerous and if the owner did anything wrong, which could mean a fine or jail time.
Telangana High Court ordered the release of a Dogo Argentino dog named Ares.
The court instructed the dog's owner to relocate it away from public access.
The case involves allegations of the dog attacking residents and family members.
The police are investigating charges of failing to restrain a dangerous animal and criminal intimidation.
The owner claimed a false complaint and possession of a valid pet license.
- Who
- The case involves an astrologer, Dakshina Murthy, his brother, and the Telangana High Court.
- What
- Telangana High Court intervened in a case involving a Dogo Argentino dog.
- When
- Wednesday (specific date not provided).
- Where
- Hyderabad, Telangana.
- Why
- Due to a complaint regarding attacks by the dog, a breed reportedly banned.
Dog Owner's View
Complainant's View
Complaint Validity
Dog Owner's View
The complaint is false.
Complainant's View
The dog attacked residents and family members.
License
Dog Owner's View
The owner had a valid pet license.
Complainant's View
The dog should be seized due to potential harm.
- Dog Breed
- Dogo Argentino
- Owner
- Dakshina Murthy (astrologer)
- Complainant
- E.B. Narsimha Murthy (brother)
- Court Decision
- Release dog, relocate away from public
- Charges
- Failure to restrain dangerous animal, criminal intimidation
- Maximum Punishment
- Two years imprisonment