Animal Lovers: City animal lovers send aid to strays in flood-hit Vadodara | Ahmedabad News
Ben Madilynn
Ahmedabad: In a heartwarming act of compassion, stray dog feeders from Ahmedabad have extended their care to flood-ravaged Vadodara, offering a lifeline to animals left stranded in the chaos. As floodwaters rose, displacing both humans and animals, these volunteers quickly mobilized, gathering Rs 50,000 worth of dog food and ensuring that it reaches even the most remote areas by coordinating with local feeders.
Devesh Trivedi, a businessman from Ahmedabad and an animal rescuer, shed light on the dire situation: “With water levels rising, crocodiles have been spotted, attacking stray dogs.The floodwaters have not receded fully, leaving these animals in a state of fear and hunger. Many local feeders are stranded and unable to reach their usual spots, so a group of 25-30 volunteers from Ahmedabad came together, raising funds to send food to Vadodara.”
The aid from Ahmedabad is part of a broader effort, with a second wave of support focusing on medical care for injured animals.
Srishti Patel, a dog feeder and animal shelter owner from Vadodara, said, “The situation here is incredibly tough, but the local feeders have banded together to cover almost all areas. Each of us is feeding 200-300 dogs every day in key locations like Pratapganj, Akota, Waghodia and Harni Airport Road. I prepare wet food mixes daily to ensure that these dogs get the nutrition they need.”
Patel’s words resonate with a deeper concern: “What’s truly alarming is that about 60% of the dogs we are seeing are not regulars. They have been driven from their homes by the floodwaters, searching for safety. It is overwhelming, but thanks to our strong network of feeders, we have managed to ensure most of these dogs are
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