Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha Logo in Brown Background

Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha

If you need to report an injured, sick, or neglected animal in Bangalore, call Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha at +91 959-060-8385 or +91 984-517-1495. Their email IDs are sarvodayaanimalwelfare@gmail.com and sarvodayawelfaresociety@rediffmail.com

Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha runs veterinary-based welfare programs to promote animal and public health across Bangalore. They offer aid to injured and sick animals and conduct birth control and rabies vaccination drives for stray dogs, among other activities.

They are located at Govt. Vet Hospital Campus, Queen’s Road, Bangalore.

People feeding stray dogs
Feeding stray animals (Photo Courtesy of Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha)

Key Takeaways

* Runs Animal Birth Control Program (ABC) to reduce the street dog population to a manageable proportion.

* Operates Mobile Surgical Unit to conduct mobile sterilizations and vaccinations for community dogs.

* Runs a shelter in Bangalore for orphaned, needy animals.

* Encourages the adoption of abandoned pups and adult dogs.

Trapping two dogs for vaccination by Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha team
Vaccination drive in West Zone of BBMP (Photo Courtesy of Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha)

Sarvodaya’s Inception

In June 2009, veterinarians and professionals from different fields who care about animal welfare banded together to help animals live and thrive in a dignified manner. Eventually, they formed an official animal welfare trust which was officially registered in 2011 in Bangalore.

Brown dog with three children.
Sarvodaya brings together people who prioritize animal welfare. (Photo Courtesy of Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha)

Sarvodaya’s Team and Tools

Sarvodaya Founder and Trustee, Dr. Akshay Prakash, works with five field teams of experts in different project areas. Together, they provide comprehensive care to injured and sick animals.

Each Sarvodaya field team consists of a nurse, veterinarian, cleaner, washer, and driver, along with a team of catchers. Their total staff consists of 34 individuals, including well-trained veterinary doctors.

Animal Handlers are carefully selected and operate under the guidance of senior veterinarians so they can provide primary emergency medical care. Handlers provide critical first aid for animals in case a veterinarian is not immediately present.

Each team member and volunteer is selected for their compassion toward animal welfare. They work together to create an environment where animals can heal, recuperate, and flourish.

Vet performing surgery on an animal
Dr Madhav Jinke performing surgery on Ramu who came with ear hematoma (Photo Courtesy of Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha)

A passion for animals guides the efforts of all volunteers and team members. They work tirelessly to ensure that they save and help as many animal lives as possible.

In terms of equipment, Sarvodaya relies on a Swaraj Mazda that acts as an ambulance and mobile surgery unit. The group also has a TATA 407, Tata Ace, and an Ashok Leyland for transportation.

3 people with a black and white dog
Sarvodaya’s core team includes volunteers (Photo Courtesy of Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha)

Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha: Popular Programs

Sarvodaya has a long list of programs that promote animal rights and welfare:

– ABC (animal birth control) and ARV (anti-rabies vaccination) drives 

– Treatment and rescue programs

– Adoption

– Awareness programs

– Mobile surgical units

– Technical support

– Education and awareness camps

Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha team members with a dog
Sarvodaya team members with a dog (Photo Courtesy of Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha)

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Sarvodaya’s Flagship Program: ABC and ARV Drives

Mass sterilization and vaccination are the most effective and humane solutions to control and mitigate issues such as dog bites and rabies in cities. To control the number of stray dogs roaming the streets of the city, and reduce the number of rabies cases, Sarvodaya runs its flagship ABC and ARV programs.

Rabies Awareness program at BBMP Nursery and Primary School
Rabies Awareness program at BBMP Nursery and Primary School (Photo Courtesy of Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha)

Dogs are caught from designated zones using the most humane method, ”the butterfly net” method. They are then transported to the sterilization unit where expert veterinarians perform neutering surgeries that entail minimal trauma. Once the dogs are healed and thoroughly examined, they are released into the same area where they were caught.

Dog undergoing surgery at Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha
ABC and ARV drives (Photo Courtesy of Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha)

Treatment and Rescue Programs

Sarvodaya helps sick and injured animals across the city by providing medical attention to animals in need. Each time theyare informed of a neglected, injured, or sick animal, the rescue team is mobilized and the animal receives all the medical attention it requires to mitigate its distress. If on-the-spot treatment is not enough, animals are also taken to the Sarvodaya shelter for more extensive care. 

Dogs trapped for sterilization by Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha
Sarvodaya staff (Photo Courtesy of Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha)

Adoption

Sarvodaya encourages the adoption of abandoned pups and adult dogs. Stray pups are brought to the shelter and dewormed, vaccinated, and treated for any illness they may have. They are then put up for adoption through volunteers and online social networks.

Sarvodaya has organized several adoption camps for Indian dogs through its Let’s Live Together initiative. While Sarvodaya ensures that young pups find homes, they also work to provide abandoned adult dogs with new homes and a second chance at a better life.

2 dogs with a kid
Adoptions ensure that there are fewer animals on the street (Photo Courtesy of Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha)

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Awareness Programs and Events

Sarvodaya spreads awareness on animal welfare issues through presentations in schools, the distribution of pamphlets, and public meetings. They also host all kinds of events, from adoption drives to awareness campaigns. 

Educating children about animal welfare
Educating children about animal welfare (Photo Courtesy of Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha)

Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha Mobile Surgery Unit

Sarvodaya conducts mobile sterilizations and vaccinations for community dogs in different localities with the help of their Mobile Surgery Unit.

The mobile surgery unit by Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha
The mobile surgery unit (Photo Courtesy of Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha)

Technical Support at Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha

Sarvodaya offers assistance for ABC and ARV drives to other animal welfare organizations such as PFA Mysore, PFA Hubli, Tibetan Volunteers for Animals, Resq of Pune, and SPCA Udgir. They also partner with ABC INDIA to improve the standards of ABC programs across the country, most notably in Rajahmundry and Hubli.

A group of people and a dog
Partnering and collaborating ensures that animals get the best possible care (Photo Courtesy of Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha)

How Can You Help Sarvodaya?

You can help Sarvodaya by:

– Volunteering

– Making a donation

To apply as a volunteer, email them at: sarvodayaanimalwelfare@gmail.com

You can also make your donations to “Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha” with the following details:

Axis Bank, R.T. Nagar, Bangalore

A/C No: 913010035058175

IFSC Code: UTIB0000363

To receive your donation receipt, send the details of your transaction to the aforementioned email ID.

Dog relaxing at Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha
Dog relaxing at Sarvodaya (Photo Courtesy of Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha)

Follow Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha on Social Media

Website: https://sarvodayavets.org/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SarvodayaVets

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sarvodayasevabhavisamstha1110

Awareness program at BBMP Nursery and Primary School
Awareness program at BBMP Nursery and Primary School (Photo Courtesy of Sarvodaya Sevabhavi Samstha)

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