Dholu, an energetic young male with a noticeable limp; Oldie, the greying elder who loves a belly rub; and Snoopy, a golden-eyed boy who patiently waits his turn.

The countless stray dogs that wander India’s capital and environs have been granted a reprieve, after outcry over a court order to round them up.

Animal welfare members and dog lovers protested outside a stray dog shelter in Delhi, alleging mistreatment. They demanded the release of dogs in line with a Supreme Court directive. Police ensured order during the protest and found no signs of mistreatment,