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The Hindu
17-07-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Pattu, the Doberman rescued in Chennai, finds forever home 7,200 km away in Prague
Cruelty follows a pattern, gliding down a groove chiselled with indifference and abuse. Kindness follows one too, traversing a path cobbled with engagement and empathy. An astounding act of kindness usually ends up enhancing the pattern. An incredibly villainous act can add to the pattern too, but seldom to the degree with which kindness can. Doberman Pattu's story splices episodes of cruelty and kindness. The kindness the canine received has been so out of the way — as you would soon find out, 7,200 kilometres out of the way — that the effects of cruelty he suffered have been wiped out, in entirety. An animal lover in Chromepet rescued Pattu, his bones sticking out due to subcutaneous fat dwindling on account of malnourishment. The problem was deeper than meals having been persistently denied: Pattu was paralysed, and lying down helplessly. The rescuer brought Pattu's plight to the attention of Tamil Nadu Animal Welfare Board (TNAWB), and before long, Pattu came under the care of Besant Memorial Animal Dispensary (BMAD). 'He came to us on November 7, 2024,' says Neeraja Venkateswaran, Head of Operations at BMAD. What followed was intense effort — as Neeraja puts it, 'rigorous physiotherapy' with which 'the team nursed him back to health'. 'He was with us till March 2025; by then, he had started walking normally again. Between March and June, he was at ROA shelter run by Dinesh Baba in Koovathur on East Coast Road for temporary boarding until his departure to Czech Republic,' says Neeraja. Czech Republic it was: all the way to Prague from Chennai, and finding his forever home 7,200 kilometres away — that was the twist in the tail. After Pattu's rehabilitation was complete, BMAD posted about him for adoption. 'We were approached by many families for adoption and this one really stood out.' Pattu had caught the eye of Pavlina Buskova from Czech Republic . 'She has had Doberman dogs all her life, had an admiration for the breed,' explains Neeraja. Pattu was flown from Chennai to Vienna in Austria with a stop at Dubai. From Vienna in Austria to Prague in Czech Republic, the adopters themselves travelled with him on the road. Neeraja says: 'We employed the services of 'Pawfly', a pet relocation service. This is our fifth international adoption with them. The adopters chose to take up the expenses.' Recently, a buoyant Pattu figured in a video Palvina shared with BMAD. Pattu must be just three years old, not a day over that, and he has already witnessed the duality of human nature with its capability for cruelty as well as compassion. Another international adoption Prior to finding Pattu a home abroad, BMAD had driven another adoption of similar proportion. A Labrador in a deplorable condition had been brought to BMAD . Neeraja recounts the events: 'Momo (a name the Labrador was given at BMAD) came to us on October 4, with swollen paws and she was too weak to walk and had severe tick infestation. Chitra, a regular rescuer and feeder, brought the Lab here. Despite coming from a humble background, Priya and her husband Kannan, an auto driver, have helped many rescues around the city.' When she heard about Momo, Dr. Shobana Balakrishnan, a long-time donor of BMAD from the United Kingdom, had no doubt in her mind that this dog had to enrich her hearth. And it does enrich Dr. Shobana's hearth at Ashgrove Gardens in Edinburgh.
The Hindu
17-07-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Flying away from Chennai to a home 7200 km away in Prague
Cruelty follows a pattern, gliding down a groove chiselled with indifference and abuse. Kindness follows one too, traversing a path cobbled with engagement and empathy. An astounding act of kindness usually ends up enhancing the pattern. An incredibly villainous act can add to the pattern too, but seldom to the degree with which kindness can. Doberman Pattu's story splices episodes of cruelty and kindness. The kindness the canine received has been so out of the way — as you would soon find out, 7200 kilometres out of the way — that the effects of cruelty he suffered have been wiped out, in entirety. An animal lover in Chromepet rescued Pattu, his bones sticking out due to subcutaneous fat dwindling on account of malnourishment. The problem was deeper than meals having been persistently denied: Pattu was paralysed, and lying down helplessly. The rescuer brought Pattu's plight to the attention of Tamil Nadu Animal Welfare Board (TNAWB), and before long, Pattu came under the care of Besant Memorial Animal Dispensary (BMAD). 'He came to us on November 7, 2024,' says Neeraja Venkateswaran, Head of Operations at BMAD. What followed was intense effort — as Neeraja puts it, 'rigorous physiotherapy' with which 'the team nursed him back to health'. 'He was with us till March 2025 by then he had started walking normally again. Between March and June he was at ROA shelter run by Dinesh Baba in Koovathur on East Coast Road for temporary boarding until his departure to Czech Republic,'says Neeraja. Czech Republic it was: all the way to Prague from Chennai, and finding his forever home 7200 kilometres away — that was the twist in the tail. After Pattu's rehabilitation was complete, BMAD posted about him for adoption. 'We were approached by many families for adoption and this one really stood out. ' Pattu had caught the eye of Pavlina Buskova from Czech Republic . 'She has had Doberman dogs all her life, had an admiration for the breed,' explains Neeraja. Pattu was flown from Chennai to Vienna in Austria with a stop at Dubai. From Vienna in Austria to Prague in Czech Republic the adopters themselves travelled with him on the road. Says Neeraja: 'We employed the services of 'Pawfly', a pet relocation service. This is our fifth international adoption with them. The adopters chose to take up the expenses.' Recently, a buoyant Pattu figured in a video Palvina shared with BMAD. Pattu must be just three years old, not a day over that, and he has already witnessed the duality of human nature with its capability for cruelty as well as compassion. Another international adoption Prior to finding Pattu a home abroad, BMAD had driven another adoption of similar proportion. A labrador in a deplorable condition had been brought to BMAD . Neeraja recounts the events: 'Momo (a name the Labrador was given at BMAD) came to us on October 4, with swollen paws and she was too weak to walk and had severe tick infestation. Chitra, a regular rescuer and feeder, brought the Lab here. Despite coming from a humble background, Priya and her husband Kannan, an auto driver, have helped many rescues around the city.' When she heard about Momo, Dr. Shobana Balakrishnan, a long-time donor of BMAD from the United Kingdom, had no doubt in her mind that this dog had to enrich her hearth. And it does enrich Dr. Shobana's hearth at Ashgrove Gardens in Edinburgh.
Hans India
17-07-2025
- General
- Hans India
Religious fervour marks Anivara Asthanam at Tirumala
Tirumala: The annual Anivara Asthanam was performed with religious fervour at Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple here on Wednesday. The event was attended by Pedda Jeeyar Swamy, Chinna Jeeyar Swamy, TTD chairman B R Naidu, EO J Syamala Rao and board members. From 7 am to 9 am, Sri Malayappa Swamy along with His consorts Sridevi and Bhudevi, seated in the Ghanta Mandapam on Sarvabhoopala Vahanam, facing Garudalwar while Sri Viswaksena, the Chief Commander, was placed facing south. Special pujas were performed to both Moolavirat and Utsava Murthies. Pedda Jeeyar carried six Pattu garments in a procession over his head on a plate and offered four to the Moolavirat, one each to Malayappa Swamy and Sri Vishwaksena. The temple priests performed rituals, including Parivattam, lachchana, and traditional offerings. The ceremony concluded with placing the lachchana at the holy feet of Sri Venkateswara Swamy. In the evening, the deities blessed devotees in a floral palanquin, the Pushpa Pallaki. On the auspicious occasion of the Anivara Asthanam, Pattu clothes (Sare) were offered by Sri Ranganatha Swamy temple of Srirangam, the famous Sri Vaishnava pilgrimage centre in Tamil Nadu, on Wednesday. Special pujas were performed to the Sare at the Tirumala Sri Pedda Jeeyar Swamy Mutt, adjacent to the Sri Bedi Anjaneyaswamy temple. From there, Tirumala Pedda Jeeyar Swamy, Chinna Jeeyar Swamy, TTD chairman Naidu, EO Syamala Rao, and Tamil Nadu endowments department secretary Sridharan brought the silk vastrams to the temple in a procession along four Mada streets, and later offered to the presiding deity. TTD Board members and additional EO Ch Venkaiah Chowdary, CVSO Murali krishana, Tamil Nadu endowments additional secretary Manivasagam, Srirangam temple joint commissioner Sivaram Kumar, temple chief priest Sundara Bhattar, deputy EO Lokanatham, and other senior officials also participated in the programme.
Time of India
16-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
Abandoned dog flies to new home in Prague
Chennai: A three-year-old doberman abandoned by its owner in Chromepet about six months ago has found a new home in the Czech Republic. The canine was rescued and sent to Besant Memorial Animal Dispensary (BMAD) in Nov last year. Shravan Krishnan of BMAD said that when the dog arrived at the hospital, it had difficulty walking and was malnourished. It was admitted for veterinary care and physiotherapy. "We named him Pattu. After five months of treatment and physiotherapy training, he regained health. The dog is now walking normally. When Pattu's health improved, we decided to find him a new home," he said. You Can Also Check: Chennai AQI | Weather in Chennai | Bank Holidays in Chennai | Public Holidays in Chennai BMAD posted Pattu's details on its website for rehabilitation, and there were many inquiries from pet lovers across the state. The Czech-based adopter was found solely through social media outreach by BMAD. Multiple rounds of screening were conducted before zeroing in on Pavilina Buskova, a resident of the Czech Republic who immediately agreed to adopt Pattu. Pattu was moved to a private shelter where he stayed until it flew to the European country. After completing the formalities with the customs department authorities, Pattu was safely put in a wooden crate with space for aeration and sent on a flight in June. The pet has now happily settled with its new owner, Shravan added.
New Indian Express
16-07-2025
- Health
- New Indian Express
Czech woman adopts abandoned Doberman from Chennai
CHENNAI: An abandoned Doberman rescued in a paralysed state from Chennai has found a loving home in the Czech Republic, thanks to an international adoption that began with an Instagram post. Pattu, a male Doberman, was found severely malnourished and unable to walk in Chrompet in November last year. A concerned resident alerted the Tamil Nadu Animal Welfare Board (TNAWB), and he was soon brought to the Besant Memorial Animal Dispensary (BMAD) for treatment. 'He had no spinal injury but showed signs of muscle wasting. We began intensive physiotherapy and within a few months, he started walking again,' said Neeraja Venkateswaran, Head of Operations at BMAD. After four months of care and rehabilitation, BMAD posted about Pattu's recovery and made the dog available for adoption. Among many who responded was Pavlina Buskova from Prague, Czech Republic, who saw the post on Instagram and reached out via WhatsApp. 'We asked her to send a video of her home, details about her occupation, and why she wanted to adopt. She already had four Dobermans – three males and one female – and one of them is also handicapped. Her love for the breed was very clear, and we were convinced she was the right match,' said Neeraja.
