Dog Study Tours India
A one of a kind, life changing experience
for dog pros and enthusiasts.
Following the principle 'Dogs are our teachers', the India Dog Study Tour will take you on a journey of learning from dogs through observations and dialogue. This unique and immersive experience will leave you with plenty of learnings and memories, especially looking at the L.E.G.S. of free living dogs.
But there is so much more to India. During the tour, we'll have incredible local food, meet some amazing humans and enjoy the raw beauty of the country.
Beach Dogs Tour
Mountain Dogs Tour
All Over India Dogs Tour
2026 Tour Plans
After the success of 2025 tours, it only makes sense to do them again. Along with the tours all over the country, we'll be having two region specific tours for a more in-depth study of those specific dogs - 1) Mountain dogs in the north India 2) Beach dogs in south India and/or Sri Lanka
12
Days
12 days of touring in the west, south and north of India.
05
Cities
An itinerary designed to observe different dogs, enjoy unique Indian experiences and taste different Indian foods.
Memories
Take home countless memories, make new friends (human and dog) and see dogs in a whole new way!
All Over India Tour Highlights
Some nice things people said about the tours...
Marlene, USA
It has been impossibly challenging to convey in words how incredible this experience was. The trip is about so much more than dogs. Dogs yes, so many dogs but also people, culture and an opportunity to challenge your assumptions in a way that has the potential to ripple into both your professional and personal life.
Brian, USA
Dog Study Tour India 2025 provided so many incredibly rich and life-changing moments and opportunities. It was an immersive learning experience like no other I’ve encountered. I feel a deep sense of gratitude and appreciation to our trusted guide Kapil Patwardhan for going above and beyond to help make the experience what it was, a deep dive into the needs and welfare (L.E.G.S.) of Indie dogs and an exploration of how that is woven through the fabric of Indian culture; incorporating socio economic factors, philosophical and religious beliefs, human rights, climate change, politics and governance, emerging animal welfare programs, and so much more!
Viviane, USA
I found this to be an unparalleled opportunity to observe free roaming dogs in a variety of settings. In addition to dog watching and learning about the supports available to free roaming dogs you will be immersed in the vibrancy that is India. Amazing food, sights, sounds and culture seen from the inside point of view. I can't say enough about this experience which I have thought about none stop since I returned a month and a half ago. I'm ready to go back!!
About Kapil
If 10 years ago someone had told me that I would be taking people around India, facilitating a learning experience with street dogs, I would have told them they need to share their dealer's number with me. But 10 years ago, I was slowly introduced to animal and dog welfare world because of my parents who would volunteer at adoption camps. In 2018, I officially started working full time for dogs and over time have helped 1000s of puppies find their forever homes. But it always felt like something was incomplete. So I started learning about behaviour, evolution and human-dog companionship. As of 2025, I intend to start my PhD in this same topic from University of Technology, Sydney.
Now I've stumbled upon this incredible opportunity to show the dogs I care for to so many people from around the world. So I will be your guide, philosopher and friend while you're in India.
- Kapil Patwardhan
2026 Tours info
Dog Study Tours for 2026 will be announced in May 2025. To get more information on the tours, dates and sign up before everyone else, fill out the form below to express your interest.