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Articles: Devotion | News from Sai centers
- Prof. venkata ramanamurty mallajosyula
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U.S.A.
On Sunday 27th January 2008, Sathya Sai devotees from Regian 8 irganised the aSecond Free Pet Health Screening Day at Memorial Park, Chula Vista, California. A poor community south of San Diego, close to the border with Mexico. With 8 veterinarians, 22 veterinary technicians, 23 local high school students and 108 volunteers, 240 dogs and 58 cats were examined. All the dogs received de worming medication, flea control treatment and a full examination. Groomers were on sight to trim nails, clean years and give grooming tips. Vaccines were administered depending on the need, age and circumstances.
After 100 dogs received the rabies vaccine for free, the city of Chula vista provided licenses for them. The benefits of having fewer stray dogs and cats were addressed.Ten dogs and two cats had blood tests, and the results were referred to three local veterinary hospitals that chose to participate in these efforts.
The pet owners were given a gift bag filled with pet food, gift coupons and a medical record booklet. All the pets were given water and pet biscuits while they were waiting for the examination. Pet owners were filled with gratitude and some even wanted to volunteer their time for the next veterinary camp. Respect, compassion, kindness, and patience were felt throughout the camp.
Canada :
Sai Youth of Ontario, Canada engaged themselves ina collective ceiling on desires programme and used their savings to serve needy families during the Christmas season. They curtailed spending on unnecessary items for nearly a month, and used this money to host a Christmas celebration took place on 21st December 2007 at the Oakridge Community and recreation centre.
Guests were treated to games, dinner and Christmas gifts. Sai Youth also sang Christmas during the celebration. The atmosphere was steeped in the holy, holiday spirit, and appreciation for the workof the Sai Youth.
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