Description

We run a small veterinary dispensary in Mamallapuram / South India and we have started an ABC (Animal Birth Control) project for stray dogs and cats.

At the moment "we" means a veterinary nurse from the UK and myself, an animal lover from Switzerland who has sponsored the dispensary with the help of some donations from friends. This allows us to run the dispensary, but not a full time veterinary doctor.

Highlights

Mamallapuram is a small town 60 km south of Chennai on the Koromandel Coast in Tamil Nadu. Due to its archaeological importance the temple district of Mamallapuram was classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985.

This makes Mamallapuram one of the most famous tourist attractions of South India.

There are many interesting sites in the village itself and its surroundings. Day trips to places like Kanchipuram (centre of silk making), Auroville, Pondicherry, and many more are most common among tourists.

A huge and wild beach makes the place even more attractive for good swimmers and sun lovers.

Qualifications

We are looking for volunteers as follows:

- VETERINARY DOCTORS experienced in spaying/ neutering stray dogs/ cats for 2-4 weeks periodically, any time in the year.
- VOLUNTEERS to look after our 6 dogs and 2 cats (feeding, cuttling, general care) for 3-4 weeks twice a year (when we have to leave the country to renew our visa). Only animal love required.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Program Fees Include:

Travel to India is at own cost of volunteers.

Salary/Pay

We provide free board and lodging for 2 people at the time.

Experience Required

yes

Experience in neutering/spaying street dogs and cats is a must for the vet! The females have to be operated lateral. All animals have to be released soon after surgery.

Volunteer Types

• Animal Welfare
• Veterinary

Age Range

over 25

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Independent living
• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Resume
• In-Person Interview when Feasible

Sharana Dispensary's Mission Statement

We are a small private veterinary dispensary in Mamallapuram/South India. Our main aim is an extended ABC (Animal Birth Control) program for street dogs and cats in Mamallapuram and surroundings. We are supported only by a small Swiss association This allows us to run the dispensary, but not to pay for a full time veterinary doctor.

Year Founded

2007