Peepal Farmis a non-profit organization in Dharamsala, India working for the welfare of animals. ^[-1] It is a recovery-center for stray animals providing a place for injured or sick animals for their recuperation. They also run an organic farm on the property for the human residents and volunteers. Located in the Himalayan footprints, Peepal Farm aims to alleviate the pain and suffering of the animals, while promoting sustainable organic farming practices. ^[0]

Peepal Farm started in 2014 with an initiative of setting up a recovery centre and an organic farm promoting veganism.

It was founded by Robin Singh and Joellen Anderson.

Robinis from India and his journey towards animal welfare started when visited Auroville in Pondicherry. There he met someone who took care of a large number of abandoned dogs. ^[1]

This encouraged Robin to devote himself to this cause.

He started a sterilization programme in Delhi and later decided to move closer to the nature to Dhanotu Village in Dharamsala.

This was the beginning of Peepal Farm.

The farm serves as a recovery space for injured animals who are rescued from the streets and later after recovery are released back to their original place.

The sterilization program done by Peepal Farm sterilizes about 26 dogs are every month.

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The entire property has been created with sustainable items, such as mud, salvaged wood and stones.

They work 24/7 throughout the year.

They also run 'Desi Dog, Desi Log' campaign where they try to adopt local dogs instead of foreign breed dogs.

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Peepal Farm has a wonderful volunteer program that allows the interested individuals to look after injured animals and help around the farm.

Peepal Farm welcome volunteers offering to help with the gardening, household chores, taking care of animals, and volunteers with specific skills such as carpentry, art, veterinary first aid and farming are welcome as well.

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They offer two options for interested individuals in this program - volunteer and work exchange.

The volunteer program is of minimum 3 days and costs 500 rupees per night, with three vegan meals and a room.

To participate in the work exchange program, minimum two weeks is the requirement.

A place to stay and meals are provided free of cost.

Individuals are required to fill a form for both these options, which can be found online on their website(http://peepalfarm/?p=join).

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