Dedicated to Theosophy, (which upholds the principle of the innate oneness of all life and the sacredness of all living creatures), the Annie Besant Memorial Animal Dispensary provides health care to animals in the city.

Started on July 16th 2000, the Dispensary treats animals totally free of charge, except in cases where the animal has been vaccinated. More than 40 animals are treated at the Dispensary each day.

Experienced surgeon - Dr. Jagannathan, provides injections, ointments and necessary advice to owners and residents of the neighbouring areas, depending on the nature of illness diagnosed. Besides treating animals, the Dispensary also provides shelter for animals disowned by their owners and feeds them through donations from philanthropists. The meals provided for stray dogs on the compound are prepared at the Dispensary. And if you are interested in adopting a pet, you might be lucky at the Dispensary, because they also gives animals on adoption.

There are facilities for conducting surgeries. But if the condition of the animal is very serious, it is at once referred to the Veterinary Hospital for treatment.

Address: Annie Besant Memorial Animal Dispensary, Theosophical Society Campus, Besant Nagar, Chennai 600 090.