Kukur Tihar: Festival in Nepal Devoted to Honoring Dogs

Dog lovers in Nepal honor their furry friends during the Hindu festival called Kukur Tihar, which is a day devoted to worshiping dogs.

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The Tihar Festival is a five-day event that takes place in the fall as part of the Hindu celebration of Diwali. In Nepal, the second day of the festival, known as Kukur Tihar, is devoted exclusively to the celebration of dogs.

To celebrate dogs, animal lovers all over Nepal put brought orange garlands around their necks, gave them lots of treats, and showed them some extra special love and attention.

The tradition began in Nepal, where there are many street dogs, and dog welfare is a huge concern. The Sneha Care shelter in Lalitpur, a city outside of Kathmandu, celebrated the ceremony with volunteers, residents, and tourists, Reuters reported. The shelter cares for around 170 dogs, many of which have been abandoned.

“On the day of the Festival of Dogs, I want to convey the message that humans should show compassion and love to dogs and feed them as much as we can,” Lalitpur Mayor Chiri Babu Maharjan said.

Remember, you don’t have to live in Nepal to take part in this festival. You can celebrate your dog’s greatness every day just by being a responsible and loving pet parent – but if you want to break out the daisy chains for your pup, we’re sure they won’t protest.

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