Delhi’s severe air pollution is, unfortunately, no longer news. The city is choking right now, and it’s not just humans who are feeling the effects—our furry friends are suffering too. Recently, a viral Reddit post highlighted just how bad things have gotten for pets in the city. In the post, a dog was hooked up to a nebuliser due to the worsening AQI in Delhi. Scroll down to know more about this.
Golden Retriever Turns To Nebuliser Treatment In Delhi
In Delhi, a pet owner took to their Reddit account, @r/delhi, to share a heartbreaking photo. In the post, the golden retriever dog was hooked up to a nebuliser, thanks to Delhi’s AQI. The pet owner posted this image with the caption “Air so sh*t even my dog’s sick.” They also mentioned that the dog had been diagnosed with bronchitis, and added, “Pura parivaar bimaar”. The picture even included a chest X-ray, underscoring the seriousness of the situation.
The post quickly went viral, sparking concern and frustration online. Many Delhi residents commented that they weren’t surprised. Pets across the city have been coughing, wheezing, or acting unusually tired as the AQI continues to remain in the “severe” category. Vets have been reporting similar cases, making it clear that air pollution isn’t just an inconvenience—it’s a health risk for everyone, humans and animals alike.
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Netizens React To The Post
This viral Reddit post showing how bad Delhi’s air quality is has raised concern among many online users.
One user wrote, “Aww, poor baby. Hope he gets well soon.”
Another user added, “My pet has also developed red eyes.”
One netizen added, “My sibling rescued a cat and brought her to Delhi. She developed asthma here back in 2021. Poor cat needs to be nebulised twice a day from October to February or March.”
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