Compassion for Animals is Inseparable from a Society's Moral Health
Through rescue, medical care, humane education, and adoption advocacy, Kartavyam strives to create safer ecosystems where animals can survive and flourish.
20–25
Charity cases attended daily
Free
Medical aid for street animals
All
Species, no limits on admission
Zero
Euthanasia for logistical reasons
Core programmes
Four pillars that drive Kartavyam’s animal welfare mission on the ground.
Medical supplies & treatment
Free veterinary care, medicines, blankets, and food for injured and distressed street animals.
Humane education
School and college workshops building empathy for animals and environmental responsibility
Adoption awareness
Campaigns promoting adoption of indie dogs over purchase, countering myths, guiding families.
Rescue shelters
Safe spaces converted from unused facilities for rehabilitation and recovery of rescued animals.
Training & internships
Opportunities for students to contribute meaningfully to animal welfare and gain experience.
Knowledge webinars
International vet practitioners lead sessions on avian medicine, fracture management, and more.
Adoption guide
7-step guide to adopting a stray dog
Indie dogs are resilient, affectionate, and adaptive companions. Here’s how to adopt responsibly.
Confirm the dog is not owned
Check with neighbours or local groups to ensure the dog is truly unowned, not a community dog.
Assess temperament
Friendly or young dogs adapt more easily. Dogs in established packs may be better left in their environment.
Build trust gradually
Offer food, squat at their level, avoid sudden movements, and let them approach in their own time.
Veterinary examination
Vaccinations, deworming, and treatment for tick-borne illness, mange, and malnutrition are essential.
Prepare the home
Create a dedicated space with bowls, collar, leash, bedding, and toys before bringing them home.
Establish routine
Consistent walks, feeding times, and play help the dog adapt and feel secure in the new home.
Basic training
House training, sit, stay, and recall first. Consult a behaviourist if past trauma shapes behaviour.
Humane education
Environmental habits we teach young people
Students are encouraged to become custodians, not conquerors, of nature.
- Keep neighbourhood parks, lakes, and public spaces clean
- Minimise plastic consumption in daily life
- Practise recycling, reuse, and waste reduction
- Dispose garbage only at designated locations
- Refrain from throwing wrappers from moving vehicles
- Switch off unused lights to conserve electricity
- Respect insects and small creatures as part of ecology
Roadside rescue guidelines
What to do when you encounter an injured or distressed animal on the road.
Prevent secondary accidents
Check mirrors, signal, pull off the road completely, apply parking brake, and activate hazard lights before stopping.
Personal safety first
Frightened animals may behave unpredictably. If aggressive, stay in your vehicle. Use barriers or cloth to restrict movement where safe.
Approach with calm
Speak calmly, let the animal see you at all times, and use strong-smelling food like tuna to entice them toward you safely.
Call for backup
If unable to safely restrain the animal, call local animal control or the police. Leave your number and stay on scene if possible.