“I believe every life deserves love and care,
and can be saved given the proper treatment
at the right moment… and the moment is now!”
SARAH IYER
MARS’ MISSION
An Introduction to MARS
MARS Programmes
Meet the Team
Lloyds Colony Corporation Pound
Kannamapet Pound
Mahabalipuram Vaccination
Blue Cross Partnership
Rescue Stories
Looking Ahead & Collaboration Opportunities
Today’s Discussion
MARS was founded in March 2019 and since then, has been continuously working to make the lives of the street dogs better and safer.
MARS arose out of the desire of founder, Sarah Iyer, wanting to help the animals that she saw. While others only did rescues with a few animals, Sarah wanted to do more. She has done more than 500 rescues and has personally financed over 200 sterilizations in and around her area. Over 90% of the bills were paid for personally. She continues to pay for the treatment for the animals from her own pocket.
From just feeding the dogs on the street to creating a trust to help the animals in a bigger way, soon people heard of her work and began asking for help with rescuing and sterilizing street dogs beyond what Sarah could manage alone.
In order to help more dogs, Sarah soon realised she needed resources and a system in place to help the communities. Over time, what began as a WhatsApp group of around 150 volunteers, evolved into the Madras Animal Rescue Society that exists today.
An Introduction
MARS Programmes
THE MARS GROUP CURRENTLY HAS AROUND 100 MEMBERS ON THE WHATSAPP GROUP WHO ARE ACTIVELY PARTICIPATING IN THE WELFARE AND BETTERMENT OF STREET DOGS IN MULTIPLE COMMUNITIES IN AND AROUND CHENNAI.
MARS MEMBERS NETWORK
I am Sarah Iyer, founder of the Trust called M.A.R.S (Madras Animal Rescue Society). We are a group consisting of 80 plus individuals who rescue injured street dogs and other animals in distress, and provide for their rehabilitation expenses out of our own pockets. We also vaccinate, spay/neuter dogs and cats at our own expense. We have been doing this for the last two years. Each group member also feeds dogs in their own localities.
We are a collective of passionate people who want the best for these defenseless animals. We would be extremely grateful if you could help us achieve our goal in giving every animal a chance of life. We all try our best to do our own bit, but unfortunately, that is still insufficient.
Meet the Founder
Sarah Iyer | Founder, MARS
A CLOSER LOOK AT MARS’ WORK
Ensuring animal health and well-being at municipal pounds
THE LLOYDS COLONY CORPORATION POUND
After feeding close to 60 street dogs near the area where we live, we began to provide food at several other pounds. Since October 2019 MARS has permission from the city Corporation to feed 120-150 dogs daily at this pound.
POUND REPAIRS
Replacement and repair of doors on rusted kennels.
WORKER SUPPORT
Workers are paid to cook food, transport and clean kennels twice daily.
POUND UPKEEP
Regular fumigation to keep ticks and fleas away.
ANIMAL HEALTH
Medication for normal health issues and for animals unfit for surgery.
PREVENTATIVE AID
Vaccinations are being arranged with the aid of sponsors.
PRIVATE VETS
Animal health & surgical intervention.
THE LLOYDS COLONY CORPORATION POUND
MARS began providing 100-120 dogs with food daily at this pound since February 2020. New kennels have been built enabling the pound to house over 120-150 dogs.
THE KANNAMAPET POUND
DOG ADOPTIONS
Helping assist the pound to find abandoned dogs their forever homes.
WORKER SUPPORT
Workers are paid to cook food, transport and clean kennels twice daily.
POUND UPKEEP
Regular fumigation to keep ticks and fleas away.
ANIMAL HEALTH
Medication for normal health issues and for animals unfit for surgery.
PREVENTATIVE AID
Vaccinations are being arranged with the aid of sponsors.
OTHER NEEDS
Other needs, as necessary.
THE KANNAMAPET POUND
VACCINATION
CAMPAIGN
January 2020
PREVENTATIVE MEDICINE TO PROTECT BOTH ANIMAL & HUMAN LIFE
DHHP/ARV
Canine Distemper/Anti-Rabies
400 VACCINES VIA SPONSORSHIP
All dogs across 3 pounds vaccinated in 2 days.
VACCINE BREAKDOWN
AVERAGE COST
Per vaccine is 250/rs per head ($3.45 USD)
MARS’ future goal is to continue with the program
until canine distemper can be eradicated.
MARS is the only organization that has done a vaccination program on such a
short notice & at such
a large scale.
MAHABALIPURAM
2019 Prime Minister Visit to UNESCO Heritage Site
Proudly spearheaded the care and safekeep of nearly 100 dogs during an event for our country leaders in October 2019 at the UNESCO site. 15 dogs were also sterilized as part of the programmme.
THE PRIME MINISTER’S VISIT TO MAHABALIPURAM
MAHABALIPURAM
2019 VACCINATION CAMPS
MAY
150 Dogs and 46 pups were vaccinated for DHHP and rabies in 2 days.
NOVEMBER
50 more dogs were vaccinated for DHHP and rabies.
OTHER INFO
Other funds were used for dog catchers with a van.
MARS has helped
BLUE CROSS INDIA with rehoming and adoption of over 100 dogs.
BCI had sent 2 dog handlers to help us during the Mahabalipuram Vaccination Program.
A LOOK AT MARS SHELTER - DAMAN
Providing housing and care for our 67 dogs at present.
80%
OF STREET DOGS IN CHENNAI ARE SERIOUSLY INJURED
Many of the dogs MARS helps in the shelter houses are old, blind paraplegic dogs that cannot survive on the streets by themselves. When they are found, some are in horrific condition. These are a few of the miracles witnessed by MARS.
MARS MIRACLES
STORIES OF HOPE AND LOVE
KOFFEE
Found at 6 months old at a railway station with a massive open head wound filled with maggots. After extensive cleaning and foster care, he’s a new dog.
GANGA
Found in an industrial compound in Ambattur; mistaken for a pregnant goat due to a distended belly. Vets advised to euthanize, but she was given a chance.
SPOTTY
Was rescued from Arumbakkam after being ran over. With a broken spine and a jaw wired shut, she had a long stay in the hospital and lots of physiotherapy.
MAMA DOG
Found in Velachery, she was brought in lactating but separated from her pups. With a broken leg to boot, Mama had a long road to recovery that was bumpy.
LOOKING TO THE FUTURE
ANIMAL CARE
VACCINATION & ABC
PARTNERS/NETWORKS
COMMUNITY/VOLUNTEER
WHY PARTNER WITH US
MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN A SMALL LIFE
Protect human life from animal disease
Protect animal life from disease
Make a difference in a small life
Three Easy Ways to Partner with
MARS
SPONSORSHIP
Donate directly to offset costs of animals or events
IN-KIND
Donate physical products, medications, etc. for care
PARTNERSHIP
Provide greater resources for use by MARS as needed
CONNECT WITH US TODAY!
Madras Animal Rescue Society
Palavakkam. Chennai,Tamil Nadu
India
EMAIL ADDRESS
sarah09mars@gmail.com
PHONE NUMBER
+91-9940059810 / 9080072069
SUPPORT US TODAY!
MARS support Details
9080072069
Use this number for payments via
Google Pay // PhonePe // Paytm
HDFC CURRENT ACCOUNT
Account Name : MADRAS ANIMAL RESCUE SOCIETY
Branch : SANTHOME
Account Number : 50200040129120
IFSC Code : HDFC0000386
Account Type : Current
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@MARS.India2k19
@madrasanimalrescuesociety
www.madrasanimalrescuesociety.com
THANK YOU!
WE LOOK FORWARD TO PARTNERING WITH YOU!