Bengaluru: A heartwarming video of two Golden Retriever dogs, Oscar and Karma, seeking blessings from Maa Durga at a puja pandal in Bengaluru, has sparked diverse reactions on social media. The video, which captured the dogs being adorned in blue attire and receiving tika and prasad from a priest, has garnered over 5.4 million views and a mix of responses from netizens.
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Opinions were divided among viewers. Some emphasized the importance of considering public convenience in public places, expressing concerns about potential fear among people and small children due to dog presence. Others defended the dogs’ right to be included, arguing that all animals deserve love, and Maa Durga represents nature, encompassing all living beings.
There were individuals who championed the idea of allowing animals in religious spaces, highlighting that everyone, including dogs, should be permitted to seek blessings without any restrictions. The video, in its portrayal of the dogs participating in the religious ceremony, triggered discussions on inclusivity and acceptance of animals in cultural and religious contexts.
