IDA Roundup August 2009

Our monthly roundups get you upto speed with whats been happening at IDA every month.

Repairs To Vashi Center

After a lot of follow up by Committee Members Naina Athale and Sonali Billimoria the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corportion, took up the work of repairs to the Vashi centre near Kopri Gaon. Combined with some minor sprucing up by IDA the center looks neat and tidy. A place fit for our animal friends.

Access Road Washed Out At Panvel Center

The access road to our Panvel center was washed out by heavy rains bringing work to a standstill. The dogs inside were released with great difficulty and no further lot was brought in. Lets hope the authorities fix the road soon so that we can get back to work.

Abandoned Pets Found

As happens every month we get our share of abandoned pets such as a 2 ½ month old Labrador, a 4 month old Pomeranian, a Lhasa Apso dog and 4 year old blind Pomeranian.

Ambulance Service at night:

The night service started by IDA India in mid June on a trial basis for 3 months, is expected to continue as request has come from the Municipal Corporation to continue with this service. 

Dr. Amit Sharma's Treatment Of Horses Continues

Dr. Amit Sharma, Veterinary Surgeon (Equines & Bovines) treated several cases pertaining to horses. Some of the cases he has handled include a horse at Kasara with a tumour in the elbow, a horse that collapsed at Fort, Mumbai, a horse who collided with a tempo at Dongri and several cases of horses unwell due to various causes. We salute the hard work and care of this dedicated vet.

Fizzah Shah's Letter to the Mayor

IDA President, Mrs.Fizzah Shah, wrote an open letter to the Mayor of Mumbai for the conservation of Sparrows in Mumbai which are reducing by the day because of illegal trading, pollution and a reduction of greenery in Mumbai City.  

Fostering Initiatives Taking Root

Due to the diligent efforts of Committee member Mrs. Vivienne Chowdhary and active volunteer Ms.Vishruti Agarwal our fostering activities at the Deonar center has increased significantly. Now small puppies and kittens are getting special care at foster homes of dedicated volunteers increasing their chances of survival and adoption. Plans are on the cards to regularize the fostering system as well. Our heartfelt thanks to all the volunteers who opened their hearts and their homes to foster these little ones.

Shocking Cruelty Case At Navi Mumbai

Committee member Naina Athale encountered a shocking cruelty case at Navi Mumbai where a two dogs were kept in horrible conditions in an apartment. One of the dogs died of neglect and starvation and was the other one was in terrible condition as well. The body of the dead animal was kept in a suitcase by the persons and caused a bad stench which disturbed the neighbors. A cruelty case has been filed with the Police against the couple responsible for this tragedy.

Besides the above interesting (and sometimes gruesome) events our work continued as usual and we are Always In Defense Of Animals.