India has a large number of stray dogs. They often starve for food and shelter. We ignore such scenarios many of us help them survive, adopt these dogs or feed them on a regular basis. However, this not enough on a larger scale. There have to be some huge provisions for such cases. I am born and raised in an environment with pet dogs and kittens 🙂 Feel blessed to connect with those beautiful souls. My naani had a dog named Rocky. Rescued by my uncle during his posting in the Police Department from Trombay. He got him home and we took care of him as our family member. Today, I will share a story of an special individual Rakesh Shukla well known by the name “Dog Father of India”
I always had a thing for animals especially dogs and cats. Sindhudurg is blessed with Indie dogs and they have a house or a family to rely upon. We often feed dogs on our way home/work. I feel a lot connected with dogs and dog lovers 🙂
This post is a part of #MyFriendAlexa Campaign. ‘I am taking my blog’s Alexa rank to the next level with Blogchatter’. Came across this interesting man “Rakesh Shukla” while researching about my theme for this year’s #MyFriendAlexa and this post had to be the first one for “Extraordinary Individuals around the World”
Rakesh Shukla is the man behind “The Voice of Stray Dogs” (VOSD) world’s largest dog rescue and no dog kill sanctuary. He is an animal welfare activist, an entrepreneur based in Bangalore who started the VOSD sanctuary with 10-20 dogs and currently caters to provide facilities for 800+ dogs, 7 horses, and cows.
The journey started with investigations on false reports about death caused by dogs. It was then made into consideration to protect these stray dogs. Refer the below Wikipedia link for more information.
VOSD has dogs from different cities of India. These consist of aggressive dogs, abandoned pets, homeless strays, accident dogs, special needs dogs, dogs with diseases, puppies, retired service dogs. Every dog has a special story. They feel secure to be at their own home because all they need is LOVE. Their meal is quite simple yet challenging as it is almost +150 kg of rice and chicken. The dogs/animals feel secure in this shelter and often wag their tail to show their happiness 🙂
VOSD sanctuary has no Government fund. This place has a team of caretakers and para-vets which take care of them regularly. VOSD team and the Dog Father needs donation for some upgrades like critical treatments/ climate-controlled puppy kennels because they have to travel 150 km round trip for critical cases. Let’s stand together for this social cause for the love of animals 🙂
Rakesh Shukla is a blessing in disguise for these amazing creatures. Let us help them by a small donation because every small amount will help them. Kindly support this cause to save dogs around us as they also need a happy life on our planet. Donate now!
*This post is not sponsored. External References – Wikipedia and VOSD
September 1, 2019 at 2:39 am
Thank u for letting me know about such an inspirational person. Stray dogs in cities are increasing and humans just add to their agony. We need to find such safe homes for them
September 1, 2019 at 9:28 am
That’s a great post. Thanks for sharing. Dogs have the most purest hearts indeed. They are the best synonym for unconditional love and loyalty. I had a dog named Rocky too. It’s been 4 years since he’s passed away. In the craze for fancy breeds, our Indie dogs, the sick ones and the old ones after suffering. Rakesh Shukla is an amazing human for saving all those poor babies. I’d definitely donate for their cause.
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September 1, 2019 at 3:45 pm
Glad to know about Rakesh who listens to the voice of stray dogs. He is giving a new life to speechless creatures.
September 1, 2019 at 9:03 pm
I felt a connect with this blog ; being a dog mom has evoked these emotions and glad to know about heroes like Rakesh Shukla and their unconditional work.good read
September 1, 2019 at 11:39 pm
Glad to know about Rakesh Shukla, till now we had dogs at our home,and I used to look after them,now my neighbor has kept 20 stray dogs n these dogs are creating so many problems not only for us but also for plp who are on streets ,my own son got hurt and injured because of these furious dogs so gradually all my love is vanishing for them.
September 4, 2019 at 11:02 pm
Feeding dogs or taking care of random dogs isn’t enough. I guess that neighbour should start having frequent medical check ups for those dogs instead of just feeding them. Just like humans every animal goes through mental imbalances and that needs to be treated well before they start creating a havoc around! I hope your son is doing great dear 😊👍 totally understand the rage.
September 2, 2019 at 2:19 pm
While I empathise with the cause I think that there needs to be a more holistic approach. Feeding of random strays should not be encouraged. If at all, the stray should be adopted. Meanwhile more power to Rakesh Shukla!
September 4, 2019 at 10:58 pm
I get your point too. There are situations where many people abandon pets due to time constraints or different issues so he might have taken those things into consideration as well. He is not just feeding random dogs but he owns a big shelter for their well being and gradually progressing with providing them different amenities 😊
September 2, 2019 at 2:42 pm
woow, he s really a true soul. I will definitely do something for them to support the great cause.
September 4, 2019 at 10:54 pm
Thank you dear 🙏😊
September 3, 2019 at 7:57 am
Right!!!!! Dogs feel secure to be at their own home because all they need is LOVE.
Good to hear about VOSD that consists of aggressive dogs, abandoned pets, homeless strays, accident dogs, special needs dogs, dogs with diseases, puppies, retired service dogs
September 4, 2019 at 10:53 pm
Well said they feel secure home just like we do 😊
September 3, 2019 at 3:14 pm
Commendable work from Him
And thank you bring this in our knowledge
September 4, 2019 at 10:52 pm
😊 You’re welcome 🙏
September 3, 2019 at 4:15 pm
This is absolutely news for me to know about someone who is so inspiring and doing great for little dogs!!
September 4, 2019 at 10:51 pm
Thank you for stopping by 😊 I’m glad you loved this post!
September 12, 2019 at 10:18 am
I think this is a lovely concept… even the aggressive strays will respond to love and care, I believe
September 12, 2019 at 11:06 am
He is a noble soul! Thanks for sharing this inspiring post. I love dogs and the state of strays in our country is sad and brutal.
September 12, 2019 at 11:51 am
It is a nice post. More and more people should come forward to help such efforts of VOSD. In India, we are generally kind to animals, still we find people who throw stones and torture strays. I guess a little kindness is all these animals demands.
September 12, 2019 at 3:06 pm
This is such a great gesture. I wish there are going to be more people like him who make a difference for these dogs. Rather than hitting them, caring for them makes them believe that they can trust humans. Great post. #MyFriendAlexa #ShubhraReads
September 12, 2019 at 6:41 pm
Indeed a noble soul to take care of dogs of all kinds. I am not an animal lover, but I do support any cause favoring animals, particularly dogs. Thanks for sharing this post.
September 17, 2019 at 5:30 am
Thank you fior bringing us, readers, across such great souls who are devoted to noble causes like these.
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