A twig of a shrub, branch of a tree or a seed of the fruit is always ready to lend their helping hands to unknown chirping friends. They embrace them, cocoon them, shelter them, nestle them and allow them to make it their home. They aid in their survival by generously becoming their food. And […]
Star Tortoise With a Broken Carapace
One of the basic lessons we received in school as a part of environmental education was where different kinds of animals lived. One creature that stood out from the rest was the tortoise. Along with its aquaphile cousin-the turtle- this unique reptile carries its home wherever it goes (other examples are snails and crabs). Corona […]
Deep Laceration in a Calf
The culture of this ancient land sees divinity in the 3 holy ‘Ga’: Geeta, Ganga and Gaay (cow). No matter what part of the country you reside in, the sight of a herd of cattle being shepherded by a herder with a long bamboo stick in hand would be a common sight for you. Moreover, […]
Dog Impaled by Garden Fence
Veterinarians at JCT are always on their toes. With their vast experience and expertise, vets are prepared to handle any emergent situation that may show up in the course of their duty. Given the unfortunately large size of stray animals, ownerless dogs, cats and cattle often meet with accidents that need specialized medical help. These […]
Baby Monkey’s Reunion
Langur is a common creature in Bharat. With the strong tail and long, slender limbs it is adept at climbing tree or buildings. They move in troops, led by the Alpha male. Langurs are seen usually as comical demons. Their antics among themselves can entertain one for long. At any time, you can see them […]