Mumbai opens doors to its first-ever small animal hospital

Are you an animal lover? Do you have a pet? Do you worry about all your furry friends roaming the streets on a rainy morning? If your answer to all these questions is a resounding yes, we have some good news for you—Ratan Tata opened India’s first 24-hour Small Animal Hospital in Mumbai. Known for his love of animals, the 86-year-old industrialist has taken veterinary care to a whole new level.  

This initiative by the Tata Trust will provide round-the-clock care for your pets and strays in need. The hospital in Mumbai’s Mahalaxmi area will be the first of its kind spanning over 9,800 square feet with a capacity of 200 beds. The team at this veterinary hospital will be spearheaded by Thomas Heathcote, a renowned British veterinarian.  

Reportedly, its services will include an emergency room, triage, and consultation. But that’s not all. They will also have in-patient care and various departments like dermatology, cardiology, and radiology including tests like MRI, CT, and ultrasonography.

Pets are like family and all pet owners will agree that the infrastructure for pet medical care is bleak and this small animal hospital is aimed at closing the gap.   

In the future, this small animal hospital will even offer surgical services. But that’s not the best part. All these services will be provided to stray animals pro bono or at very minimal costs. The hospital will also have an annexe dedicated to sterilising and treating strays which will be run by the Welfare of Stray Dogs, a city-based animal welfare NGO. 

This hospital aims to enhance veterinary care in the city and we’re all here for it!  

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