ALL WE NEED IS A LITTLE LOVE…….

WE ARE HARMLESS UNLESS HUMAN’S TURN BRUTAL TO US……

HELP US, THE ALMIGHTY SHALL HELP THEE…RENDER SERVICE, LOVE SHALL FIND THEE….

HEAL THE WORLD..MAKE IT A BETTER PLACE FOR YOU AND FOR ME AND THE ENTIRE HUMAN RACE………

PROTECT US PRESERVE US, COZ’ BOTH YOU ANS US ARE EQUALLY A PART OF THE BIODIVERSITY…..

I’M TOO A NEW BORN BABE…..

AS YOU TOO HAVE A NEW BORN BABE….

IN THIS HUGE WORLD, WE ARE ABANDONED OF OUR NATURAL HABITAT, FOOD AND GENERAL REQUISITES…..

WE ARE SEVERELY LOST IN THIS HUGE WORLD, BUT SHARING THE LEAST SPACE AND PLACE….

It is not uncommon to see starving, mangy and diseased stray dogs,

rummaging through open garbage dumps. Kolkata alone has

approximately 40,000 stray dogs; what the number might be for the rest of the country is unimaginable! If you

are an ardent animal lover, this number would scare you because in

reality it means 40,000 starving, defenseless animals that have no one

to turn to.

There are many people who want to do something to change this situation. But unfortunately they do not know what they can actually do about it. Seeking private veterinary care is very expensive and is not a choice many would opt for. At the same time, handling these stray dogs or even transporting them can become an issue as they tend to bite if they feel cornered or intimidated.

The first solution that comes to mind is to contact the local municipal authorities, the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC). But the manner in which the dog squad “catches” these stray dogs has been described as inhumane and comes under immense scrutiny from the media. Also the pound is unhygienic, short of food and  dogs getting treated are neglected and often left to fend for themselves. Overcrowding is a big problem as approximately 30 operations take place, to spay or neuter stray dogs, on a daily basis in a small operation theatre. The pound does not respond to and is not equipped in dealing with any emergencies.

So the second plausible solution that comes to mind is to get in touch with local Dog NGOs. For several years now there have been various Dog NGOs spread out throughout the city. Any stray animal in need of medical care or a loving home is welcome there. Animal lovers donate their precious time and money to ensure that the animals are cared for.

Following is a list of Dog NGOs found in Kolkata, along with their address and contact details:

All Lovers of Animals Society30 Chowringhee Mansion Kyd StreetCALCUTTA – 700 016,West Bengal,  India.Tel: + 91 (33) 296 930Fax: + 91 (33) 247 3567

Compassionate Crusaders Trust15B, Clive Row. 1st. Floor.CALCUTTA – 700 001,West Bengal India.Tel: + 91 (33) 2210 4365/ 2220 9311/2/3Fax: + 91 (33) 220 5665Email: debasischak@vsnl.net

People For Animals – Kolkata15B, Clive Row. 1st. Floor,CALCUTTA- 700 001,West Bengal, India.Tel: + 91 (33) 22104365, 22309311/2Fax: + 91 (33) 22305665Email: animals@satyam.net.inWebsite: http://animalcrusaders.org/door.html

Friends of Dogs1A, Rainey Park LaneCALCUTTA – 700 019,West Bengal, India.Tel: + 91 (33) 475 0022

Debasree Roy Foundation (DRF)11C, Dover Lane,CALCUTTA – 700029,West Bengal, India.Tel: +91-33-6550 3285/ +91 98319 94534 / 96817 85065Email : drf_cal@yahoo.in/ debasreeroyfoundation_cal@yahoo.inWebsite : http://www.debasreeroyfoundation.com

Support A Dog208, S. P. Mukherjee Road, Suite-1A,CALCUTTA-700 026,West Bengal, IndiaTel: +91 9830318001Email: schakraborty@supportadog.orgWebsite: http://supportadog.org/

From chasing cars to biting people to spreading diseases, the stray animal population, especially the canine category, has been known to create its share of havoc. People have also been known to respond in cruel ways. The presence of these Dog NGOs proves the fact that there are many kind people who are genuinely concerned about the welfare of these defenseless, and often neglected, creatures. A little bit of education and a little bit of awareness goes a long way and this is what these Dog NGOs do…………..