Animal Rescue Centre, Saligrama
Feb 2024 Update: This post was written 13 years ago and is being read by those searching for animal rescue centers around Udupi. I am appraised of some negative feedback about the animal rescue center run by Sudheendra Aithal- allegations include pet animals given for care taking going missing, that dogs and cats are fed to snakes or other animals and commercialization (breeding and selling animals).
I sense there is some level of commercialization as he has animals to feed but I am unable to verify other allegations. No one has evidence either.
I am told multiple complaints were made to Menaka Gandhi's office, Udupi district DC office and state Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services dept. Officials from Captain's Animal trust Manipal raided this place and rescued 36 puppies. You may please do some due diligence and use your discretion.
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Sudheendra Aithal is an animal lover and runs a small rescue centre at his house in Saligrama, a town on NH17 (now NH66) in Udupi District, Karnataka.
He's been running this centre since several years and is a known person in locality for any animal related issues. His house is located close to Saligrama Gurunarasimha temple and those visiting temple usually visit his house to see the animals being treated there.
Below: Sudheendra Aithal shows us a tortoise which was caught by fishermen in their nets- one of its legs is cut off by the fishing net and it is blind- he says. Mr. Aithal feeds it with fish everyday to keep it alive.
Currently his rescue centre houses few horses, wild buffaloes, monkeys, cats, dogs, birds, a Persian cat and so on
Sudheendra Aithal once had an issue with law enforcement agencies- as he was taking care of wild animals at his house which is illegal, forest department officials had once confiscated animals. Eventually he got appropriate permit and now all's well. People willingly donate to him as he doesn't ask for money.
Do pay his centre a visit if you love animals and if you're passing through Saligrama town on NH17 (now NH66)
Nice place to visit to. :) Unfortunately, I have seen very few people from Saligrama support him.. :(
ReplyDeleteA noble soul!
ReplyDeleteThat is a really a very good work that he does!
ReplyDeleteI would like to share this in my FB, if you are fine with this..
Ram
Manoj.. hmm, people should support him
ReplyDeleteIndrani-Yes...
Ram, Pls Feel free to share it
heartening to hear about such wonderful people.
ReplyDeleteshall surely remember to visit as and when am passing by.
thanks for sharing.
Indrani had put it aptly!!! A noble soul indeed!
ReplyDeleteTHis is my favourite post!!! Such people need so much more support... do let me know if there is any way we can make donations online
ReplyDeleteThanks Anu, LR and Deepak.
ReplyDeleteAnu, no online payment as far as I am aware. Can facilitate fund transfer through people in my native place, if you wish
Thanks for that Shrinidhi... Will email you in the next 2 weeks. Might not be much of a contribution since i am jobless but just a start will make me feel good.
ReplyDeleteGirish gotur
ReplyDeleteit very unfortunate that mr sudhindra is not getting proper support from karnataka government. i have physically seen how he loves all animals and treat them.
Girish: I Agree.
ReplyDeleteI know sudindra since 20 years he loves pets and animals very much some of the birds monkeys and other animals are freely leaving and returns at the evening, we all need to support him as he is doing a good cause...hats off to you sir.
ReplyDeleteU are doing good job bro animal gives blessing ur works.
ReplyDeleteVincent D'souza
UDUPI
Being human...
Thanks for your support. Do visit him when possible
DeleteGreat job sir ... Keep it up and all people should help him
ReplyDeleteIm from udupi, working near moodubelle, illi dogs ide, adanu saktira kondogi, avugalanu sayiso plan madtidare , plz reply
ReplyDeleteI want male 2 cat how much lowest cost its please let me know
ReplyDeleteYou'll have to visit and ask. Don't think he has a fixed rate card or into selling commercially. You may get to adopt for free from various online communities where cats are put up for adoption.
DeleteHi Shrinidhi.. there is an injured dog in uppoor. Could you please give me your contact number or let me know whom to contact.
ReplyDeleteSorry, couldnt reply earlier. Don't have any contacts. Local doctors/medical shop people may have some tips. Hope dog is ok
DeleteYes, please let me know what kind of injuries the dog has. We care for animals on streets, like feeding the starving and medical care.
Deletethank you
ReplyDeleteI have four kitten's found in my neighbor . is it possible to donate to this saligrama place? If yes then we would love to.
ReplyDeleteThis post is 10 years old. Need to check latest. Given lockdown restrictions things are more complicated.
DeleteFor kittens I am sure you will find someone to adapt locally.
And u r doing a good job. I really appreciate it. Mau God bless u.. Need more people like u
ReplyDeleteThanks for the wishes you've given to the caretaker. Some people allege he also sells animals and makes money. Couldn't verify independently
DeleteI have five 2 months old puppies (2 males and 3 females in Udupi which I would like to give for adoption, for free. Can you please give me list of reputed animal welfare centres I can contact for this purpose? Or alternatively anyone who is interested in adopting them.
ReplyDeleteThanks
Do you rescue porcupine?
ReplyDeleteHaven't see one in their campus so I doubt.. But I am sure he can give it a try if requested
Delete@Sudheendra Aithal He has rescued my area dog which brutally injured [Honnavar]. May god give all power and strength to rescuer innocent creatures. More power to you Aithal Sir......
ReplyDeletegood to know
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