Grassroot Innovations

Imna Meren observed that the local veterinary centre did not have any proper operation table/tools and the animal had to be restrained by multiple people causing stress to the sick animal. Also, the local veterinary centre was situated very far and the roads were very bad. Often due to paucity of time, distance, bad roads the ill animal would suffer a lot. He then developed an operation table for small animals from locally available Saagwan (teak) wood to carry out simple medical routines such as vaccination, castration and administering medicines particularly for dogs, goats and pigs. It consists of detachable IV drip stand, compartment for storing surgical instruments, straps to secure the limbs and body, curved bed for comfort of the animal and provision for draining out stool and urine. It is hydraulically controlled and also provides an option for tilting the operation platform.

The Small Animal Restraining Cum Operation Table benefits both animals and vets in rural areas. It offers stress-free restraint for procedures, is portable and affordable, and functions for vaccinations, castration, and more.