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Bengaluru Hospital Gives Animals a Second Chance
14 Aug
Summary
- Hospital uses 3D printing for prosthetic limbs for animals.
- Feather bank collects and implants lost feathers for birds.
- Advanced treatments include electro acupuncture for snakes.
For three decades, Bengaluru's People For Animals Wildlife Hospital (PfA) has been at the forefront of wildlife rescue and rehabilitation. A recent success story involved reuniting a leopard cub with its mother using scent and sound. PfA's dedication extends to unique procedures, including a feather bank where donated feathers are implanted to aid birds injured by manja or webbing.
The hospital also pioneers prosthetic solutions, employing 3D printing to create limbs for animals like peacocks suffering from electrocution. While these animals require adoption, the technology has also been applied to a pony and is being adapted for a calf in Romania. For snakes with spinal injuries, PfA uses electro acupuncture and laser therapy to accelerate healing.
PfA actively engages in ecological awareness programs. Their state-of-the-art facility, supported by donations, operates long hours with a dedicated team. Recognized for their conservation efforts, PfA has received several accolades, underscoring their vital role in wildlife care.
