10 Animal Shelters In Kolkata You Can Get Home Your Furry Buddy From

People For Animals is India’s largest animal welfare organisation with a nationwide network of 26 hospitals, 165 units, and 2.5 lakh members. They rescue and rehabilitate sick and needy animals. They set up and run shelters, ambulance services, sterilisation programs, treatment camps, and disaster rescue missions for animals. People For Animals also conducts education programs in schools, fights animal abuse cases in court, and lobbies on animal issues in parliament.

Timings: 9 AM - 4 PM

Contact: Ayushi Dey(Unit Head); 9007808999

Email: pfa.hooghly2020@gmail.com

Instagram: @pfa.official

This NGO saves lives. They're a miracle. All of the local street dogs and cats are sterilised at Love n Care. Throughout the entire process, they are quite well-organised, they operate, tend to them, and ensure that they are properly cured before leaving them. With a lot of love and affection, Ms. Susmita Roy and her skilled staff are always there.

Timings: 10 AM - 6 PM

Google Rating: 4/5

Instagram: @lovencareforanimals

Ashari, a huge sterilisation effort that included not just Ballygunge but also Park Circus, Lohapool, Samsul Huda Road, Beckbagan, Topsia, and Kasba, was started with the assistance of an NGO and an animal sanctuary. They have sterilised more than 400 dogs in the last four years. At this amazing animal shelter, the furry creatures are treated like members of the family. Most importantly, they are reasonably priced. 

Timings: 11 AM - 5 PM

Google Ratings: 3.9/5

Instagram: @ashari_pfa

Members of this non-governmental organisation come from a variety of backgrounds, including teachers, bankers, physicians, police officers, engineers, artists, businesspeople, students, and more. The NGO's efforts include mass vaccination, helping to eradicate rabies, and scientifically controlling the number of dogs and cats to lessen their numbers (and their misery). They also frequently treat animals that have minor to major wounds. They have a tiny shelter with space for a few animals as well as an operating room and an ambulance to pick up injured animals.

Google Rating: 3.6/5

Contact: 033 2483 5040

Furrfolks, a Kolkata-based organisation dedicated to stray animal welfare, and the Prabha Khaitan Foundation, through their Karuna initiative, have partnered up to assist shelter pets in finding permanent homes. Independent puppies and kittens are always available for adoption; they are clean and vaccinated. Among their main goals are to raise awareness about pet adoption and provide free health examinations and immunisations.

Contact: 070038 50003

Instagram: @furrfolks

Facebook: Furrfolks

Moitri's has been in business for 30 years and is well-liked by pet owners in Kolkata. Their exceptional patient care, commitment, and comprehensive diagnosis and treatment are the reasons behind their USP and devoted clientele. Help all the dogs in need by volunteering at this clinic, which is located next to Carmel School, next to Deshapriyo Park!

Google Rating: 3.9/5

Timings: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM, 7 PM – 9 PM

Contact: 9830478954 / 9830066171

Facebook: Moitri Veterinary Clinic

This organisation, headed by animal lover Radhika Bose, works to improve outcomes and prospects for children, animals, plants, and the environment through workshops and projects. They often conduct workshops in schools and slums to spread awareness about animal rights.

Google Rating: 5/5

Instagram: @foundationcape

Beginning as a WhatsApp group of animal lovers under the name Jeev Bandhu, PAWS evolved into an NGO of the people, by the people, and for the animals in July 2015. Jeev Bandhu has members from a wide range of backgrounds, including college students, researchers, engineers, military personnel, and police officers. As a result, Pashupati Animal Welfare Society, or PAWS, has developed into a professionally run NGO. Named after Lord Shiva, the Protector of all animals, Pashupati was created. The motto of PAWS is "Serving Animals, Saving Humanity."

Timings: 10 AM - 8 PM

Contact: 098301 90718

Facebook: Pashupati Animal Welfare Society - PAWS

Imagine doing yoga with wagging tails and warm paws all around you. It sounds much better, doesn't it? The idea of yoga with pets was first presented by Chennai-based Pawga in 2020, and after travelling to seven Indian cities, it eventually reached Kolkata. A place that promotes adoption while educating people about the value of indies over exotic breeds. For about Rs 1,000 a month, people can also register for the passive adoption of animals at any shelter that Pawga has partnerships with. It's a really original and modern idea that appeals to people. Since shelters can be isolating, it also enables rescued animals to interact with people. Pawga is also trying to sensitise people regarding indies and show that they are just as friendly as other breeds.

Google Rating: 4/5

Contact: 098404 64956

Instagram: @pawga_

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The folks in the shelter are very kind and considerate, and the shelter itself is lovely. To put it briefly, this is a haven for all irate children. They have a fantastic team that manages the daily operations. They are very driven, committed, and—above all—love the four-legged infants that are present. They haven't merely kept them there for show. They have places set aside for play and eating, and more recently, they have their own OT.

Google Rating: 4.5/5

Timings: 9 AM - 5 PM. Closed on Sundays.

Instagram: @animalkingdomshelter