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  REPORT ON ANIMAL WELFARE FORTNIGHT – 2004  
     
 
Animal Welfare Fortnight 2004 was celebrated commemorating Basava Jayanthi, since Sri.Basavanna was the first to raise his voice for the welfare of animals during the12th Century.

During Animal Welfare Fortnight a series of animal welfare programmes were conducted as reported below:
  
 

 
  23.4.2004 INAUGURATION:  
 
Inaugural function of 'Animal Welfare Fortnight 2004' in commemoration of Basava Jayanthi was held at "Yavanika", Nrupathunga Road, Bangalore, An invocation was sung by Sri.Chinthalapalli Sriniwas, Dr.A. W.Subbalah Vise president- KARUNA welcomed

President lighting the lamp on the occasion of 'ANIMAL WELFARE FORTNIGHT' Inauguration.

Dr.A. W.Subbalah, Dr. G. Krishnappa, Director, IAH & VB, Mrs. C.Veena Bhagavan, Vice President, Sri Chidhgana Swamigalu, Matadipathigalu,KARUNA welcomed Ganjam Math, Dr. H. Rafeeq Anwar, Director, AH&VS and. Dr. A.W.Subbaiah, Vice-President also seen in the picture.
 
     
 
Animal Welfare Fortnight was inaugurated by Sri.Chidhgana Swamigalu, Matadhipathigalu, Ganjam Math, Bangalore. Dr.H.Rafeeq Anwar, Director, Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Sciences, Government of Karnataka launched the 24-hour services of KARUNA. Dr.G.Krishnappa,Director, Institute of Animal Health and Veterinary Biological, Bangalore graced the occasion. Dr. B.C. Ramakrishna, President, KARUNA presidedover the function. Mrs.C.Veena Bhagavan, Vice-President, KARUNA presented the vote of thanks.
  
     
 

Members, Volunteers, Officers from the Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Sciences, BMP, Animal Welfare Organizations, Veterinary College students and general public attended the programme.

 
     
  24.4.2004 Rabies Containment Programme at New Delhi  
 
In association with Animal Welfare Society Doctor's Forum, Gurgaon, a Rabies Containment Programme was conducted at Sector-9 ROH I N I, opposite Japanese Park, New Delhi. More than 15 Vets from Delhi State Government, MCD-Delhi, Animal Welfare Society Doctor's Forum, Gurgaon, Delhi Vet Club and a few Private Practitioners took part in the successful implementation of the programme.
  
     
 
M/s. Indian Immunologicals Ltd., donated vaccine to the Programme. Dr.K.L.Khurana, Director, Animal HusbandryDepartment, New Delhi, inaugurated the camp. Dr.G.P.Grover,President, Animal Welfare Society Doctor's Forum, Gurgaon presided over the camp. 'World Veterinarian's Day' was also celebrated. 72 dogs were given Anti Rabies Vaccination at the camp. Vets of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi issued token to the owners.
  
     
  ANIMAL BIRTH CONTROL AND ARV CAMP AT UDUPI.  
 
KARUNA, Udupi branch conducted Free Anti Rabies Vaccination and ABC programme for dogs. The programme was inaugurated by Dr.K.M.MohamadZaffrullah Khan, Deputy Director Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Sciences, Udupi District. 87 dogs were vaccinated and dewormed. 8 dogs were operated in the ABC Programme. Dr. Bhat Gopalakrishna and Dr. Shivakumar, Veterinary surgeons, Dr.D. V.Bijoor and Mrs. Meena Lakshani Adyanthaya, Members, KARUNA attended the programme.

Humane Education Programmes were also conducted in three local
schools in Udupi.
 
  ANIMAL HEALTH CAMP AT MALIYAPPANAHALLI VILLAGE, HOSKOTE.  
 
An Animal Health Camp was conducted in association with UAS and Lions Club, J.P.Nagar and Lioness Club, Sarakki. Dr.Margoob Hussain, Dr.Raghavendra A.G., Mrs.Sujatha Muralidhar, President, Lioness Club, Sarakki, Mrs. Jayalakshmi, Vice-President, Lions Club, J.P.Nagar attended the camp.
  
     
 
The following cases were treated at the camp.
Enterotoxaemia vaccine 230 (sheep)
ARV 20 (dogs)
Infertility cases 31 (cattle)
Deworming 220
Artificial insemination 15 (cattle and buffaloes)
Clinical cases 26
 
     
  25.4.2004 ANIMAL HEALTH CAMP & FREE ARV PROGRAMME AT V.KOTA  
 
In association with Indian Rural Development Programme Animal Welfare Organization (IRDPAWO), V.Kota(Andhra Pradesh), conducted an Animal Health Camp and Free Anti Rabies Vaccination Programme at Bharath Nagar, V.Kota, chittoor District. Dr.Ramachandran, Assistant Director, Veterinary Department participated in the programme. 81dogs were vaccinated against rabies and dewormed. 35 animals were treated for the various diseases at the camp.

 
  26.4.2004 ARV & DOG LICENSING AT YESHWANTHPUR, BANGALORE.  
 
A Free Anti Rabies Vaccination and Dog Licensing for dogs was conducted at Veterinary Hospital, Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore in cooperation with BMP and Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Sciences. 156 dogs were vaccinated against rabies and licenses were issued to owners.
 
   
  27.4.2004 ANIMAL HEALTH CAMP & FREE ARV PROGRAMME AT BHADRAVATHI.  
 
An Animal Health Camp and Free Anti Rabies Vaccination Programme was conducted at Veterinary Hospital, Singanamane(B.R.Project), Bhadravathi in association with Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Sciences, Lions Club and Zilla Panchayath, Shimoga. 120 dogs were vaccinated against rabies and dewormed. A Free Health Checkup was done to 50 large animals at the camp.
 
     
  28.4.2004 JUTKA PONY WELFARE PROGRAMME.  
 
On the occasion of World Veterinarian's Day, a Jutka PonyWelfare Programme was conducted at Bangalore. 17horses at Palace Guttaha1li, 8 horses at Malleshwaram,11 horses at K.R. Market and 6 horses at Goripalya Jutka Stands were immunized against Tetanus. KARUNA Doctors interacted with Jutka owners and gave tips to take better care of their animals.

 
  ANIMAL HEALTH CAMP AT MAVALLI- PURA VILLAGE BANGALORE NORTH.
  
 
In association with UAS, Bangalore and Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Sciences department an animal health camp was conducted at Mavallipura Village, Bangalcre North Taluk.
Dr. P. Margoob Hussain, Dr. Somashekar, Lion Chandrashekar, Mr. A. Siddappa of Milk producers co-operative society, Mavallipura participated in the programme.
 
 
The following cases were treated at the camp.
Enterotoxaemia vaccine 220
Clinical cases 18
Artificial Insemination 10
Deworming 180
ARV 30
Infertility cases 25
 
     
  29.4.2004 ANIMAL HEALTH CAMP & FREE ARV PROGRAMME AT SAGAR,SHIMOGA DIST  
 
An Animal Health Camp and Free Anti Rabies Vaccination Programme was conducted at Sagar, Shimoga District with the cooperation of the Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Sciences, Zilla Panchayat, Shimoga. 162 dogs were vaccinated against against rabies and dewormed at the camp. Dr.N.H.Shreepada Rao, Dr.H.N.Rangaswamy, Dr.N.C.Hegde, Dr.S.R.Malleshappa, Assistant Director, Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Sciences, Sagar participated in the programme.
 
     
  30.4.2004 ANIMAL HEALTH CAMP & FREE ARV PROGRAMME AT HARIHARA.
  
 
In Association with Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Sciences an Animal Health Camp and Free Anti Rabies Vaccination Programme was conducted at Kokkanuru village, Harihara Taluk, Davanagere District. Dr.Halagappa, Deputy Director, AH &VS, Davanagere District inaugurated the programme. Dr.S.B.Ravikumar, Assistant Director spoke about importance of Mudhol Dogs. Dr.B.H.Dasappa, Assistant Director, Dr.B.G.Gurushanthappa, Dr.Purushothama, Dr.Vedamurthy, Veterinary Officers attended the programme. 102 dogs were vaccinated against rabies and dewormed at the camp
 
   
  1.5.2004 ANIMAL HEALTH CAM P ATGURGAON.
  
 
Animal Health Camp at Basai Village, Gurgaon, Haryana was conducted in association with Animal Welfare Society Doctor'sForum, Gurgaon and Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services D e par t men t , Haryana. Dr.D.C.Kulshreshta, Rtd., Vice-Chancellor, Chandershekhar Azad Agricultural University, Kanpur (U.P.) inaugurated the camp.Dr.S.P.Singal, Rtd., Professor, Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar, presided over the camp.
 
 
The animals related to the following cases were treated at the camp:
Surgical cases 5
Digestive disorder 6
Respiratory 1
Other non contagious 4
Pregnancy Diagnosis 12
Anoestrus/Sterility 6
Other Gynecological 2
Ectoparasitic infestation 3
Deworming of Sheep and Goat 504
Total 663
 
     
  1.5.2004 & 2.5.2004 PET ADOPTATHON - 2004.  
 
'Pet Adoptathon 2004' was conducted in coordination with North Shore Animal League, New York. The programme was held at KARUNA Animal Shelter cum Rescue Home, UAS Campus, Hebbal, Bangalore. The following 164 pets were given for adoption to good homes.
 
 
Dogs 44
Rabbits 17
Pups 66
Pigeons 13
Kittens 24
 
   
  AWARENESS PROGRAMME AT HULIKUNTE VIllAGE.
  
 
Dr.Raghavendra A.G., Veterinary Doctor and Mrs.Mary Catherine, Supervisor, KARUNA visited
Hulikunte, Appakaranahalli, Seegepalya and Maranakuppe villages to bring awareness to stop ritual sacrifice of animals, which takes place during their religious festivals every year. Pamphlets were distributed among villagers and
KARUNA Officers interacted with them to spread awareness to stop the barbaric act of killing animals in the name of God.
 
     
  FREE ANTI RABIES VACCINATION PROGRAMME AT V.KOTA (A.P.)  
 
In Association with Shri Nidhi Animal Welfare Society a free Anti Rabies Vaccination Programme was conducted at V.Kota (Andhra Pradesh). 122 dogs were vaccinated and dewormed at the camp.
  
     
  4.5.2004 ANIMAL HEALTH CAMP AND ARV PROGRAMME AT GOKAK.  
 
In Association with Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Sciences, Zilla Panchayat, Belgaum an Animal Health Camp and Free Anti Rabies Vaccination Programme was conducted at Betageri village, Gokak Taluk, Belgaum District. 112 dogs were vaccinated against rabies and 40 large animals were treated for various diseases.
  
     
  5.5.2004 ANIMAL HEALTH CAMP & FREE ARVPROGRAMME AT T.NARASIPURA.
  
 
An Animal Health Camp and Free Anti Rabies Programme was conducted at Veterinary Hospital, T.Narasipura, Mysore District in association with the Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Sciences and Mysore District Branch of Karnataka Veterinary Association.

The programme was inaugurated by Dr.S.Shivalingaiah, President, Karnataka Veterinary Association, District Branch, Mysore.

Dr.M.S.Joshua, Joint Director, Dr.C.Venkatesh, Deputy Director, Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Sciences, Mysore and Dr.V.K.Srinivasan, KARUNA participated in the programme. 147 dogs were vaccinated against rabies and dewormed at the health camp.
 
   
  6.5.2004 VISIT TO BANNERGHATTA NATIONAL PARK.  
 
A visit to Rehabilitation centre for bears and elephants at Bannerghatta National Park was organized to check the condition of the bears and elephants. Dr. Gambetta Da Costa, Humane Education Sub - Commitee Member,
Dr.Raghavendra A.G. Veterinary Doctor, KARUNA and Volunteers visited the rehabilitation Centre for bears and elephants at Bannerghatta National Park. .
 
     
  7.5.2004 VALEDICTORY FUNCTION AND ANIMAL HEALTH CAMP AT KOLAR.  
 
In Association with Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Sciences an Animal Health Camp was conducted at Kolar to conclude the Animal Welfare Fortnight 2004. Animal Health Camp was inaugurated by Dr. B.C. Ramakrishna, President, KARUNA. Dr.V.Raghuramegowda, Secretary, Karnataka Veterinary Association was the chief guest. Dr.T.Srinivasa Reddy, Deputy Director, AH & VS, Kolar District presided over the function. Dr. K. Bhagavan, Chairman, Humane Education Sub-Committee, KARUNA, Dr.N.C.Seetharam, Dr. T.Jayaram, Dr.B.J.Ramamurthy, Dr.G.R.Prakash, Dr.Venkatesh, Dr.Srinath, Dr.Manjunath attended the Programme. More than 100 cattle were treated for various ailments at the camp.
  
     
  COMPETITIONS FOR SCHOOL CHILDREN:  
  SPOT PAINTING COMPETITION:  
 
KARUNA Animal Welfare Association of Karnataka conducted a Spot Painting Competition on 20th June 2004 for school children on animal welfare themes at Jawahar Bal Bhavan, Cubbon Park, Bangalore. 594 children from 200 schools took part in the competition.
 
  SPOT ESSAY WRITING COMPETITION:  
 

KARUNA Animal Welfare Association) of Karnataka conducted a Spot Essay Writing competition on 29th June 2004 for school children on animal welfare themes at Vijaya Ranga Mandira, Jawahar Bal Bhavan, Cubbon Park, Bangalore. 132 students from 25 schools participated in the Competition.

  
  ELOCUTION COMPETITION:  
 
An Elocution Competition for high school students was conducted on 28th July 2004 at "Yavanika" Youth Sports Centre, Next to RBI, Nrupathunga Road, Bangalore - 560 001.51 students from 17 schools participated in the competition, DR.K.S.PRATHAP KUMAR Prof & Head, Department of Poultry Sciences, Veterinary College, UAS, Bangalore, DR, K.S.GANGADHAR Prof & Head, Department of Veterinary & Animal Husbandry Extension, Veterinary College, UAS, Bangalore and DR. H.R.NAGARAJ Retired Assistant Director, AH & VS, Bangalore were the judges for the elocution competition in Kannada, DR, P.V.YATHINDER, Associate Editor, PET INDIA, Bangalore, MR. M.K.SRINATH, Trustee Animal Rescue & Rehabilitation Centre, Bangalore and DR. S. V.SURESHA, Associate Editor, Department of Extension, UAS, in English.
 
 
PRIZE DISTRIBUTION CEREMONY
  
  PRIZE DISTRIBUTION FUNCTION:  
 
The Prizes were awarded to 98 children, winners of Essay, Elocution and Spot Painting Competitions conducted by the KARUNA Animal Welfare Association of Karnataka. 777 children from 242 schools participated in the competitions. Mr. C.Chandrashekar IPS, Secretary to Government PCAS, Home and Transport Department, Dr.B.S.Ramappa, Former Professor of Poultry Sciences, and Mrs.Janaki lengar, Chairperson, Animal Rescue & Rehabilitation Trust graced the occasion and distributed prizes to the children on 28th July 2004 at "Yavanika" Youth Sports Centre, Next to RBI, Nrupathunga Road, Bangalore - 560 001.
Dr,B.C,Ramakrishna, President, KARUNA presided over the function.
 
   
  The first prize and Rolling Cup for the year 2004 were won by the following schools:  
 
First Prize Winners Essay competition Rolling Cup
Kannada Ranjetha.C Carmel High School Carmel High School
Hindi Poonam .P Joshi
Jyothy Kendriya Vidyalaya School
 National Public School
English Anand .P Acharya
Sri Kumaran Children Home
 Sri Kumaran Children Home
 
     
  Elocution Competition  
 
Kannada Punyakoti G. V - UAS Campus School
English Sarveshwari.R - UAS Campus School
 
     
  Spot Painting Competition  
 
5-7 Years : Nishanth Adiga Sri Kumaran Children home
8-10 Years : C.Ganesh Florence Public School
11-12 Years : Neha Adiga
 Carmel Convent High School
13-15 Years : PunitJ Hiremath
 Jyothy Kendriya Vidyala
 
     
  PET DOG SHOW, ANIMAL HEALTH CAMP & FREE ANTI RABIES VACCINATION PROGRAMMES  
 
KARUNA with the cooperation of the Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services Department, local animal welfare organisations and animal lovers, conducted a number of Pet Dog Shows and Free Anti Rabies Vaccination Programmes in various parts of Karnataka.
 
     
  The following are the programmes conducted during the year:  
   
  11.7.2004 Bangalore On the occasion of 'World Zoonosis Day'  
  free anti rabies vaccination programmes were conducted in
Association with M/S Intervet, M/s Fort Dodge and M/S India Immunological Limited 		 
 
Venue: No. of dogs vaccinated and dewormed
KARUNA Animal Shelter 104
KARUNA Office
28
PET INDIA Canine Clinic Koramangala
 66
Primary Veterinary Centre Kamalanagar
266
 
     
 
16.7.2004 Hoskote A n Animal Health Camp and F r e e Anti Rabis Vaccination Programme was conducted in coordination with Zilla Panchayat and Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Sciences Department. Hoskote Taluk MLA, Dr. B.C.Ramakrishna, President, KARUNA, Chief Executive Officer, Zilla Panchayat, Taluk Board President participated in the Programme. 80 cattle and 40 dogs were examined for various diseases and free medicines were distributed at the camp. 160 dogs vaccinated against rabies at the health camp. On this occasion three days training programme for village youth was conducted regarding First Aid to animals and Insemination. Hoskote Taluk Veterinarians under the leadership of Dr.B.G.Rajashekarappa, Assistant Director, AH & VS conducted the programme.

 
  3.10.2004 Bangalore On the occasion of 'World Day for Animals' free antirabies vaccination programmes were conducted at the following places.  
     
 
Venue: No. of dogs vaccinated and dewormed
KARUNA Animal Shelter 59
KARUNA Office
10
PET INDIA Canine Clinic Koramangala
15
 
   
  21.11.2004 Chembanhalli KARU NA in association with Rotary Club Of Bangalore, Koramangala conducted a Health Camp.
 
     
 
At the camp 69 cattle, 15 sheep and 5 dogs were examined for various diseases and necessary medicines were distributed. Dr.N.N.Gupta, Chairman, Board of Visitors Sub-Committee, Dr.Ravikumar, Veterinary Officer, KARUNA along with officers from Rotary Club attended the programme.
  
     
 
2.1.2005 Gulbarga A Pet Dog Show and Free Anti Rabies Vaccination Programme was conducted at Doddappa Appa Sports Stadium, in association with the Royal Kennel Club, Gulbarga and Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Sciences Department.
 
     
 
The show was inaugurated by Poojya Dr.Sharabaswappa AppaMaha Dasoha Peethadhipathi, Gulbarga. 134 dogs of 13 various breeds took part 1n the dog show.204 dogs were vaccinated against rabies at the show. Dr.Dappa Reddy, Retired Director of Animal Husbandry, Andhra Pradesh, Dr.S.M.Nilangi, Deputy Director, AH & VS, Gulbarga attended the programme.
 
     
 

13.1.2005 Chinthamani A Pet Dog Show and Free Anti Rabies Vaccination Programme was conducted at Government Polytechnic Premises, Chinthamani in association with Zilla Panchayat, Kolar, AH & VS, MKC and Rotary Club. 192 dogs of various breeds took part in the show. All the dogs were vaccinated against rabies. Dr.B.N.Adinarayana, Chairman, Finance Sub-Committee, Dr.B.G.Rajashekarappa, Dr.Raghavendra, Veterinary Officer, KARUNA, Dr.M.Srinivasa Murthy and Dr.Raghurame Gowda, Assistant Directors along with officers from AH &VS attended the programme.
 
   
  13.2.2005 Channaraya patna  
 

A Pet Dog Show and Free Anti Rabies Vaccination Programme was conducted at Veterinary Hospital Premises Channarayapatna in association with Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services Department. 200 dogs of various breeds took part in the show. All dogs were vaccinated against rabies. Dr. B. C. Ramakrishna, President, Dr. P. V. Yathinder, Chairman, Animal Shelter Sub-Committee, Dr. B. N. Adinarayana, Chairman, Finance Sub-Committee, KARUNA along with officers from Department of AH & VS attended the programme.


 
  6.3.2005 Bagalkot  
 

A Pet Dog Show and Free Anti Rabies Vaccination Programme was conducted at Bagalkot in association with Karnataka Veterinary Association and AH & VS Department. 155 dogs of various breeds and local Mudhol hounds Canine Pride of Karnataka State took part in the Dog show. All the dogs were vaccinated against Rabies. Dr. B.C.Ramakrishna, President, Dr. P. V. Yathinder, Chairman, Animal Shelter Sub-Committee, KARUNA, Officers from Karnataka Veterinary Association attended the Programme.

 
  HUMANE EDUCATION PROGRAMMES:  
  a) Himalaya Arogya 2004  
 
KARUNA participated in the 'Himalaya Arogya 2004' a Mega Health exhibition conducted at Sri Kanteerva Indoor Stadium from 7th to 9:h May 2004 by Rotary Club of Bangalore, Cantonment. Mis. Moog Motion Controls Pvt. Ltd., donated a stall to KARUNA at the exhibition. KARUNA exhibited posters depicting the activities and achievements of the
Association.

The Brochures, Annual Reports with brief details about activities and programmes of the Association were distributed to the visitors to spread the message of animal welfare. The Veterinary officers of KARUNA along with volunteers from Veterinary College attended the programme and gave tips to the animal owners to take better care of their pets.

 
     
  b) Participation in Dog Show.  
 
KARUNA put up a stall at Bangalore Kennel Club Dog Show held at St.Joseph's Boys High School Play Ground, M.G.Road, Bangalore on 23rd May 2004. KARUNA utilized the occasion to spread the awareness about animal welfare by exhibiting posters and distributed pamphlets regarding ear cropping and docking of tails in dogs which is in contravention to PCA Act 1960.
  
   
  c) Programmes at school.  
 
Talks for school children were organised at the following schools in Bangalore wherein experts in the field of animal welfare spoke about Animal Welfare and activities of KARUNA.
 
     
  The following dignitaries gave a talk and interacted with school children:  
 
     
23.6.2004 23.6.2004.1 UAS Campus School

Mrs. Janaki lengar,
Chairperson, Wildlife Sub-Committee

Mr.M.K.Srinath,
Member, Wildlife Sub-Committee
10.7.2004 Acharya Patashala Public School Dr.B.N.Adinarayana,
Chairman, Finance Sub-Committee

Mr.M.K.Srinath
Member, Wildlife Sub-Committee
 
     
 
On 3.12.2004, 66 students from M.E.C. Public School, Yelahanka and on 17.7.2004, 28 students from various schools visited KARUNA Animal Shelter cum Rescue Home. Dr.Gambetta Da Costa, Member, Humane Education Sub-Committee and Veterinary Officers of KARUNA interacted with the students and briefed about activities of KARUNA
 
     
  d) Talk on Research Methodology, Biostatistics and Research Ethics.  
 
Dr. B.C. Ramakrishna, President, KARUNA delivered a talk on the subject 'Constitution and Responsibilities of Institutional Animals Ethics Committee' at the Workshop on Research Methodology, Biostatistics and Research Ethics organised by Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka on 25th August 2004 at Bangalore. 300 participants involving faculty members and students of Health Sciences attended the Workshop.
  
     
  e) Participation in 'Krishi Mela'  
 
KARUNA participated in Krishi Mela conducted by University of Agricultural Sciences at GKVK Campus, Hebbal, Bangalore on 5.11.2004.

12 dogs of various breeds were exhibited. The occasion was utilized to spread the awareness about animal welfare by distributing pamphlets of KARUNA.

 
   
  f) .campaign against Ritual Sacrifice of animals  
 
KARUNA actively participated in the campaign against ritual sacrifice of animals conducted by the Forest Department in cooperation with NGOs. KARUNA staff members and volunteers along with forest officers visited the villages in Nelmangala Taluk and Doddaballapur Taluk on 10th and 19th November 2004 and campaigned animatedly by putting up posters at prominent places and delivered speeches at public gatherings and at schools. The villagers were educated not to sacrifice animals in the name of God.
  
     
  IX. DOG TRAINING PROGRAMME.  
 
KARUNA conducted Dog Training Programme from 5th June 2004 at Cubbon Park, Bangalore. Dogs under the age of six months are trained for Basic obedience and Socialization by experienced dog trainers on Saturdays and Sundays for a period of three months. 18 dogs were trained under this programme.
  
     
  X. FUND RAISING EVENTS  
  a) United Charities Bazaar.  
 
The United Charities Bazaar 2004, an annual event organised by International Women's Group was held on 4th December 2004 at St.Joseph's Boys High School playground, Bangalore. KARUNA along with other charitable institutions participated in the programme
to raise funds for its activities.

With the help of philanthropic public, companies, animal lovers and members KARUNA collected Rs.1, 77 ,872/ - on the occasion.

 
     
  b) By sale of calendars.  
  A philanthropic company has donated Rs. 40,000/ - requesting to print desk top calendars and the proceeds from the sale of calendars to be used for activities of KARUNA.  
     
  XI. ANIMAL WELFARE FORTNIGHT-2005  
     
  14.1.2005 - Gopuja  
 
KARUNA Animal Welfare Association of Karnataka inaugurated the Animal Welfare Fortnight Programme with the Gopuja at the Dairy Farm, UAS Campus, Hebbal, Bangalore. Mr.H.Mahabalappa, E.C. Member, KARUNA, Dr. M.M.Kailas, Professor & Head, Department of Livestock Production & Management, Staff members of Department of LPM, Veterinary College participated in the programme
  
     
  15.1.2005 - Deworming and Free Anti Rabies Vaccination of dogs- Rajajinagar  
 
Deworming and Free Anti Rabies Vaccination Programme was conducted in - Rajajinagar area, Bangalore. 59 dogs in Rajajinagar area were dewormed and vaccinated against rabies.
 
     
  16.1.2005 - Deworming and Free Anti Rabies Vaccination of Dogs – Koramangala  
 
Deworming and Free Anti Rabies Vaccination Programme was conducted at PET INDIA Clinic, Koramangala, Bangalore. 34 dogs were dewormed and vaccinated against rabies.
  
     
  17.1.2005- Jutka Pony Welfare Programme  
 
Jutka Pony Welfare Programme was conducted at Jutka stands at Guttahalli and Malleshwaram in Bangalore. The Jutka owners were briefed to take good care of their animals. 10 ponies were immunized against tetanus at the camp.
  
     
  18.1.2005- Adoption Programme  
 
A Pet Adoption Programme was conducted at KARUNA Animal Shelter, UAS Campus, Hebbal, Bangalore. 2 dogs and 7 pups were given to good homes.
  
     
  19.1.2005 - Deworming and Free Anti Rabies Vaccination of dogs – Kamalanagar  
 
Deworming Free Anti Rabies Vaccination of Programme was conducted in Kamalanagar area, Bangalore. 30 dogs in Kamalanagar area were dewormed and vaccinated against rabies.
  
     
  20.1.2005 - Feeding of animals  
  About 15 stray animals were fed in Cubbon Park area and people were educated regarding the use of plastic disposal as they are a threat to animal life.  
     
  21.1.2005 - Ectoparasitic spray for dogs  
  Ectoparasitic spray for 55 dogs was conducted at KARUNA Animal Shelter cum Rescue Home, UAS Campus, Hebbal, Bangalore.  
     
  22.1.2005 - Deworming and Free Anti Rabies Vaccination of dogs – Yeswanthpur  
  Deworming and Free Anti Rabies Vaccination Programme was conducted in Yeswanthpur
area, Bangalore. 45 dogs in Yeshwanthpur area were dewormed and vaccinated against rabies.
  
     
  23.1.2005 - Health care and welfare of donkeys  
  KARUNA conducted a programme on health care and welfare of donkeys. KARUNA Doctors and volunteers visited Dhobi Ghats in Bangalore and examined the donkeys and educated the owners to take good care of their animals.  
     
  ABC / ARV Programme at Thirthahalli  
 
Animal Birth Control Programme was conducted at Thirthahalli, Shimoga District in cooperation with Town Municipal Council and Animal Resource Development, Thirthanahalli. 60 stray dogs were sterilized and vaccinated against rabies.
 
     
  24.1.2005 - Animal Health checkup and Anti Rabies Vaccination Camp  
  An animal health checkup and free anti rabies vaccination camp was conducted at Mysore. 6 dogs were vaccinated against rabies at the health camp.  
     
  25.1.2005 - Deworming and Anti Rabies Vaccination Programme  
 
Deworming and Free Anti Rabies Vaccination Programme for dogs was conducted in - Sanjaynagar Sanjaynagar area. 23 dogs were dewormed and vaccinated against rabies.
  
     
  26.1.2005 Interaction with Poultry farmers  
 
Veterinary Doctors of KARUNA interacted with Poultry farmers in Bangalore and surrounding villages viz., Hessarghatta, Byatarayanapura, Yelahanka and suggested measures for upkeep of their animals in good condition.
  
     
  27.1.2005 Deworming and Free Anti Rabies Vaccination of dogs – Malleshwaram  
  Deworming and Free Anti Rabies Vaccination of Programme for dogs was conducted in Malleshwaram area. 49 dogs were dewormed and vaccinated against rabies.  
   
  28.1.2005 Visit to Dharmaram Dairy  
 
Dr. B.C. Ramakrishna, President and VeterinaryDoctors of KARUNA visited Dharmaram Dairy on Hosur Road, Bangalore and checked up the health condition and facilities provided for cattle at the Dairy.
  
     
  29.1.2005 Deworming and Anti Rabies Vaccination Programme Basaveshwarnagar  
  Deworming and Free Anti Rabies Vaccination Programme for dogs was conducted in Basaveshwarnagar area. 19 dogs were dewormed and vaccinated against rabies.
  
     
  30.1.2005 Awareness Programme  
 
KARUNA Animal Welfare Association of Karnataka put up a stall at UAS Campus, Hebbal, Bangalore on the occasion of Dog Shows of Mysore Kennel Club, Bangalore and used the occasion to bring awareness among the general public and dog lovers about the animal welfare activities and to show love and compassion towards dumb animals. Pamphlets were distributed to bring awareness to stop ear cropping and docking of dogs, which is banned world over and in contravention of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1960.
 
     
  Seminar and Free Anti Rabies Vaccination Programmes at Kolkata.  
 
A Seminar on Anima! Welfare was conducted in association with Vet's Society for Animal Welfare at Central Kolkata Polytechnic Auditorium, Moulali in Central Kolkata. Local MLA and Councilors attended the Seminar.

Deworming and Free Anti Rabies Vaccination Programme was conducted at Mukundapura, Kalikapur area of South Kolkata. 210 stray dogs were dewormed and vaccinated against rabies.

  
   
  XII. Life Members and Junior Members  
  The total number of Members of the Association is as follows:  
     
  XIII. CRUELTY CASES ATTENDED.  
  KARUNA with the help of Association members, Veterinarians and authorities attended cruelty cases during the year 2004-2005 and details of a few cases are given below:  
     
  a) Shooting of dogs in Army Campuses.  
 
On receiving complaint from KARUNA Volunteers regarding killing of dogs by shooting them with carbon guns in army campuses, KARUNA informed the Sub-Area Commander, Headquarters, Karnataka, Kerala and Goa Sub Area to take immediate action in the matter.

On 4.6.2004 the Sub Area Commander has informed that all military establishments have been instructed not to kill stray dogs in their army campuses.

 
     
  b) Illegal Slaughter Houses.  
 
As per the newspaper report published in 'Vijaya Karnataka' on 17.4.2004, KARUNA immediately contacted the Police and other authorities to take immediate action to stop
illegal slaughtering of animals on Gadag-Rona road.

The Superintendent of Police informed that the Tahsildar and Police Officers inspected the place and took necessary action and stopped illegal slaughter of animals.

 
     
  c) Overloading of Donkeys.  
 
A newspaper report regarding carrying grinding stones on donkeys back and made to walk for long, distances till they are sold at Waddergalli, Rajapur areas in Hyderabad -Karnataka region, which is painful, cruel and against the PCA Act 1960, the matter has been referred to the Deputy Director, AH & VS, Bidar for enquiry. The Deputy Director visited these areas on 24.4.2004 and warned the grinding stone manufacturing people not to carry the grinding stones on donkeys.
  
   
  d) Dog rescued.  
 

On receiving a complaint from Mr. Ravi Shankar N.S. regarding a dog being ill treated by Dr.SamuelReddy, KARUNA staff inspected the- place and found the dog in bad condition. The dog was rescued and brought to KARUNA Animal Shelter for necessary treatment and care.
 
     
  e) Cruelty to an elephant.  
 
On 16th July 2004, a complaint was received at the KARUNA Animal Shelter cum Rescue Home concerning an elephant in the custody of a few people, being taken around the city and collecting alms from the people. The complaint also stated that the said elephant appeared emaciated and starving. The complainant was Mr.Krishnappa, a social worker of Peenya 2nd stage in Bangalore. Immediately on
receipt of the complaint by phone, KARUNA sent an ambulance along with officers to enquire and take appropriate action. The officers arrived at the place, and on enquiry found that the people with the elephant had no license/permission papers and as such the concerned people were .. Produced before Rajagopalnagar Police Station. Police Station (Jurisdictional Police Station) for necessary action as per law
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