This year's theme, once again, is core to the very mission and vision of HAS: rescues. We have featured some beautiful rescue animals and their stories this year - some that are house pets, some community animals, some that are residents of our shelter, some that are disabled - ALL of who have admirable strength and unrestrained love. Rescues like these were possible only with your unstinting support.

October is when Diwali — the Hindu festival of lights — is celebrated here in India. But although the message of Diwali is a positive one, the firecrackers and fireworks that are let off in their millions on this auspicious day cause pandemonium and fear among our many street animals and pets. While some choose to light oil lamps and candles instead, we still have a long way to go in making Diwali a festival that is greener, more peaceful, and ultimately, more respectful to all life forms. And on that note, we hope you enjoy our round-up of October’s events and activities, and that the light of love is shining as brightly in your heart as it is in ours!

The Annual Report 2023-2024 is a detailed account of our accomplishments during the year. Shared through descriptive text and vivid images, the publication highlights the tireless efforts of our management team, staff members, donors, volunteers, and well-wishers in creating a more compassionate world for the street animals of Coimbatore.

Ezra was adopted in 2012. It was a journey, not just for him, but also for his humans who have learned a lot from Ezra. In fact, Ezra has created humans who are much more rounded than they were before they met him.

Humans of Coimbatore interviewed HAS founder and managing trustee Mini Vasudevan in February 2020. The interview is featured on the various digital platforms of Humans of Coimbatore. We would like to express our heartfelt thanks to Humans of Coimbatore for giving visibility to our work. We are so grateful when other organisations choose to feature our work and spread our message of compassion to the millions!

Green-eyed feline, Vadivu, was rescued with an open fracture on her right hind leg that was beyond repair. Undergoing surgery to remove the limb, it wasn’t long before this coy, curious and adorably mischievous cat was back to her usual feline antics.

Jimmy was found tied up at our sanctuary gate, abandoned by his family. Though his abandonment made him to feel insecure, he really has come out of his shell. Jimmy prefers to receive affection on his own terms but once you earn his trust he will happily receive pets! He is sweet, affectionate and enjoys his lap time with our volunteers.

HAS is always seeking general volunteers interested in working with animals, volunteer veterinarians, vet nurses, or vet students to work with our two vets and six animal care staff to sterilize and provide treatment for animals, mainly street dogs. We welcome volunteers for any amount of time, and no particular experience is necessary. If you are interested in volunteering, please write to us at info@hasindia.org or register your interest by filling our Volunteer Registration Form. Marc and Elisa were volunteers at HAS in early 2020. Read about their volunteer experience here.