Janice's Trust, Panchgani

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Janice's Trust, Panchgani Janice’s Trust is a small but essential animal rescue service, clinic and sanctuary in the beautiful hills of Panchgani, Western India. Mr. Her Lone Battle.
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OUTREACH: We carry out anti-rabies vaccination and sterilisation drives in the local community to enable dogs and humans to live amicably alongside each other. RESCUE AND SHELTER: We rescue and treat many sick and injured street animals as well as wildlife and provide a life-long home to those who need it. VISIT OR VOLUNTEER: We’re located in the heart of Panchgani, a hill station in India’s Mahar

ashtra state, renowned for its strawberry farms. Come play with our puppies, brush our donkeys or comfort our long-term residents. JANICE'S TRUST AGENDA:
1. Sterilisation drives for stray dogs and companion animals.
2. Anti-rabies vaccination drives for stray dogs and companion animals.
3. Rescue operations for animals, birds and reptiles in distress.
4. Animal shelter and clinic for sick, abandoned and injured animals.
5. Health programmes for companion animals through mobile clinics and health camps.
6. Stray animal adoption programmes.
7. Registration of horses with the Animal Welfare Board of India and provision of health camps for Tableland and Mahabaleshwar horses.
8. Interfacing in situations where animals are subjected to altercations. PRABODH GAIKWAD +91 9422603733
Secretary of Janice Smith Animal Welfare Trust (JSAWT)


HISTORY OF JANICE'S TRUST:
Janice Smith, a woman of Irish Origin resided at ‘Goldmohur Villa’, Panchgani. She was a teacher at St. Joseph Convent School. Her family was amongst those few that did not leave India after India became independent in 1947.Her mother was a teacher at St. Peter School and her father was an officer in the British army during the Second World War. He passed away when Janice was a child. Baby Janice cared for and treated animals in the area long before the animal welfare movement in India took wings. All her life Janice cared for and rescued helpless and troubled animals on her 2 acre property which had turned into an animal shelter. She never married, her animals were her family. She did not like to take help from anybody but was supported by a group of local close friends and animal lovers in need. She housed over 100 animals most of all were rescued. The animals in Janice's shelter, included a blind horse, two goats (one of which was mauled by street dogs while it was a baby, awaiting its death at the hands of a butcher), two bulls, two cows, a calf and 52 dogs and 36 cats that had found security, love and nourishment under her care. She also treated and fed animals in the region. People would come from far off places to get animals treated or homed with her. It was not an uncommon sight to see her sprite figure in the Panchgani byways, sometimes in shirt and jeans or else in salwar-kurta, feeding the strays or raising her low-pitched voice at an erring horse owner. ! She spent her entire earnings to feed and care for animals. Her resources were not abundant but somehow she managed to run the shelter even sometimes by selling small pieces of land. Janice was a public figure. She has been a recipient of many awards. Actor and TV anchor Seema Rahmani, who hosts the popular animal show HeavyPetting, recalled interviewing Janice in 2008. "I asked why she chose to stay back in India after retirement though all her relatives were abroad. She replied: ‘’'Dil hai Hindustani!'"
Farrokh Bulsara, who later became famous as ‘Freddie Mercury’ was a childhood friend of Janice. Her description of Freddie Mercury as a schoolboy form part of the book ‘Freddie Mercury – The Definitive Biography’ by Lesley-Ann Jones, though the book refers to her as Janet Smith. Her orphaned ‘babies’
In the later years she had many ailments including varicose vains. She had this infection on her foot which refused to heal. It was the continuous proximity to so many different animals that sustained whatever infection it was on her foot. Nevertheless, she would make her daily trek to the bazaar and back, limping all the way, to buy food for all the animals that had come under her care. Janice Smith overlooked herself and endlessly cared for her animals at her shelter till her very last breath. On March 17, 2010, Janice Smith passed away due to health complications. During her lifetime, she always expressed her wish to establish an animal welfare trust in her property to ensure systematic care for such animals. Her untimely death unfortunately, left her wish incomplete. Janice became immortal
After her death, we, the friends of Janice Smith have volunteered to look after the animals she left behind. We brought together animal welfare organizations and local animal lovers, under one roof that of Janice Smith’s shelter. Her dogs and cats were de-wormed, vaccinated and neutered. The blind horse, the two bulls and a cow, whose health conditions were deteriorating, were moved to the nearest Blue Cross shelter where they are now well looked after. In a rare case of commitment and passion for the orphaned animals the town became the caretaker. Volunteers took care of the animals to the best possible way, all out of their own expenses. And this is how the Janice Smith Animal Welfare Trust (JSAWT) was formed. Now, we the members of JSAWT feed and attend on the animals, with required medical help. All the expenses to maintain the animals in the property are borne by JSAWT, which amounts to approximately Rs. 100000/- per month. A few claimants tried to sabotage the good work and made a false case in court against the trust. The case was dismissed and the court orders ensured that the animals remain the true owners of the property and Janice Smith remains immortal through the Janice Smith Animal Welfare Trust. Attempts by some rogue politicians were thwarted by strong stand by the Panchgani Municipal Council and Animal Welfare Officer of the Animal Welfare Board of India.

27/03/2024

UPDATE ON PERU
Peru was rescued on 25 December from Bhilar. After 3 months of treatment and care now he is fully recovered. He will be neutered and released soon.
Help us serve more More animals like Peru.

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19/03/2024

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17/03/2024

जे लोक मोठ्या उत्साहाने जातीचे कुत्रे विकत घेतात तेच कुत्रा आजारी पडल्यास सोडून देण्यास मागेपुढे पाहत नाहीत

01/03/2024

As per Bahá’í calendar, days from February 26 to 29, 2024 are observed as the Intercalary Days, a period of celebration devoted to charity, gift-giving and festivities prior to the annual period of fasting.
This year, students of New Era high school observed Ayyám-i-Há in a unique way by spending time with animals and donated medicines and rice for the animals at Janice’s shelter. The students also chanted prayers for sick animals at the shelter.
We, at Janice’s shelter are thankful for this kind gesture.

Special thanks to our mentor Mr. Shahrukh Bhatena for giving information to the students about the shelter and inspiring them to be more compassionate towards animals and environment.







28/02/2024

2 cases in two days Yesterday we received a call regarding a monkey being attacked by stray dogs in Shahu Nagar. We immediately informed forest dept and rushed to spot. The monkey was bleeding but was active. We were unable to catch him as he climbed up on a rooftop. The forest dept unfortunately doesn’t have dart gun which is required in such case. Today we rescued another monkey from Shopping Center. It got electric shock. He gave him first-aid and will be handed over to the forest dept.

Please share with your friends and family and take the initiative and extend your helping hand.
22/02/2024

Please share with your friends and family and take the initiative and extend your helping hand.

04/01/2024
05/11/2023

In the village of Bavdhan, a heartwarming tale of compassion unfolded on a rainy day that will forever be etched in the memories of the villagers.
A stray cat had fallen into a deep well where it remained trapped for 5-6 days, enduring heavy rain and hunger.

After receiving call Janice Smith Animal Welfare Trust team reached the spot. Suraj, our rescue team member descended into the well.With the guidance of Mr shahrukh Bhatena, our rescue team leader the cat was rescued.

An old lady in the village willingly agreed to adopt the cat. So we returned after handing over the cat to her

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01/09/2023

Janice's Trust On-Site Cow Bleeding Treatment: Today, our volunteer Mr. Nilesh Bhilare informed us about a cow near Bhilar water fall bleeding continuously from ruptured abdominal vein.Janice's Trust took swift action to address profuse bleeding. There was lot of blood loss.Our veterinarian applied direct pressure to the wound and stitched up vein on-site , effectively controlling the bleeding, The cow was given required injections and medication.She was kept calm, and proper care was administered promptly. The cow was handed over to the owner after ensuring that there was no blood flow.



People who wish to donate, kindly transfer in below-mentioned bank account

Name-Janice smith animal welfare trust

IDBI Saving Account Number 0477104000046701

Panchgani branch

IFSC: IBKL0000477



For donations and animal welfare, please contact us at 8408823360/7057633346.

Address: Location: Near Belair Hospital, Bhim Nagar, Panchgani, Maharashtra 412805

Janice's Trust and Team

The animal rescue training, basic training and techniques of rescue will teach to save animals' life. Equipment provided...
18/08/2023

The animal rescue training, basic training and techniques of rescue will teach to save animals' life. Equipment provided by us. The session will start after the monsoon.

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8408823360 / 7057633346.

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People who wish to donate for his treatment kindly transfer in below-mentioned bank account Name-Janice smith animal wel...
01/08/2023

People who wish to donate for his treatment kindly transfer in below-mentioned bank account

Name-Janice smith animal welfare trust

IDBI Saving Account Number 0477104000046701

Panchgani branch

IFSC: IBKL0000477



For donations and animal welfare, please contact us at 8408823360/7057633346.

Address: Location: Near Belair Hospital, Bhim Nagar, Panchgani, Maharashtra 412805

Janice's Trust and Team

The donkey admitted he had been bitten by stray dogs few days ago, and he had maggotty wounds. Having been treated by Ja...
01/08/2023

The donkey admitted he had been bitten by stray dogs few days ago, and he had maggotty wounds. Having been treated by Janice's Trust, Panchgani the donkey has recovered and is now available for adoption.

People who wish to donate for his treatment kindly transfer in below-mentioned bank account

Name-Janice smith animal welfare trust

IDBI Saving Account Number 0477104000046701

Panchgani branch

IFSC: IBKL0000477



For donations and animal welfare, please contact us at 8408823360/7057633346.

Address: Location: Near Belair Hospital, Bhim Nagar, Panchgani, Maharashtra 412805

Janice's Trust and Team

29/07/2023

We have received a donation today. It has dry dog food.

Keep supporting and donating to animals.

Janice’s Team is grateful for this.

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Monday 10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 10:00 - 17:00
Thursday 10:00 - 17:00
Friday 10:00 - 17:00
Saturday 10:00 - 17:00

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+918408823360

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