The Madras Pinjrapole
Adoption & Shelters
Ayanavaram, Chennai
Pet Friendly
4.7
1.9k Google Rating
What People Liked
- Feed cows, calves and pigeons by hand
- Peaceful, spiritually uplifting atmosphere
- Well‑maintained facilities and staff friendliness
- Fresh milk and cow‑derived products on sale
- Opportunity to donate and support animal welfare
- Family‑friendly experience for children
What People Disliked
- Staff frequently demand tips after feeding
- Pigeon‑arena entry limited to 7 am
- Pathway and road become difficult in rain
- Some rabbits reported in poor condition
- Queues and donation process can be disorganized
- Fruit feeding (e.g., bananas) often restricted
Pet Policy
- Pets are welcome: this is an animal adoption and shelter centre.
What to Expect
- Hand‑feed cows, calves and pigeons
- Purchase grass, greens or laddus for feeding
- On‑site cattle hospital with veterinary care
- Fresh cow milk, curd and buttermilk available for sale
- Donation schemes with 80G tax‑exempt receipts
- Air‑conditioned hall (capacity ~250) available for rent
- Parking area and guided visiting hours (7 am–5 pm)
About
The Madras Pinjrapole is a century‑old gaushala in Chennai that shelters thousands of cows, calves, bulls, pigeons and rabbits. Visitors can hand‑feed the animals, purchase grass or other feed, and donate; the site includes a veterinary hospital, an air‑conditioned hall for events, and parking.
Operating Hours
Sunday
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Monday
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Friday
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
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