Tanya Thackersey
Tanya Thackersey
Founder
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''If you can give just 1% of your time and 100% of your heart to animal welfare, the change you create will be far greater than you imagine. Compassion doesn’t need grand gestures; it begins with small, consistent acts of care. This belief is what inspired me to start Sahaya Society for Animal Lovers, a space where like-minded people can come together to turn their love for animals into real impact. When we unite even in small ways, we create something powerful. Through Sahaya Society, I want to build a community that chooses kindness, takes action, and helps both humans and animals live in harmony.'' - Tanya Thackersey
Tanya Thackersey has been an active supporter of animal welfare through her personal efforts and the Thackersey Foundation. Her work spans rescue, sterilisation, treatment, and education initiatives aimed at creating a more compassionate world for animals.
She has partnered with several Animal organisations, including RESQ Charitable Trust (AWARE India Program) to promote humane education in schools, IDA, YODA, WSD, WVS, Friendecos, Anubis Tiger, Animal Rahat, PETA India and other shelters and rescue groups involved in sterilisation ( more than 2000 Dogs) and medical care. She has taken an active part in running the animal hospital, PAW Garage at Valsad. Through these collaborations, Tanya has helped improve the lives of countless animals, reducing suffering, promoting awareness, and encouraging communities to coexist with empathy and responsibility.
Tanya's Work in Animal Welfare
“Actor Suniel Shetty gifts mechanical elephant to temple” – Times of India
“Life‑size mechanical elephant to Karnataka temple” – India Today
Tara Thackersey
Tara Thackersey
Founding Member
Tara's journey into animal welfare began when her family brought Louie, her dog, into their home. Louie opened her heart to the unconditional love and innocence of animals. Deeply moved by their vulnerability, Tara, along with her sister Tanya, has been actively engaged in supporting causes that protect and uplift animals. Unable to turn away from their suffering, she now wishes to take a more active role in bringing change by creating Sahaya Society, a platform dedicated to building a world where animals receive care, compassion and respect they deserve.
Janita Porecha
Janita Porecha
Founding Member
She is a certified canine nutritionist, Bach Flower therapist, animal communicator, and devoted animal lover with over seven years of experience. She supports local rescuers and welfare groups by offering nutritional guidance, wellness tips, and natural remedies to over 400 dogs, especially during stressful times. Working with pet parents globally, she offers holistic support for diet, wellness, and emotional well-being. She is passionate about uniting like-minded individuals on a single platform to advance animal welfare.
Featured in The Nod – “Meet the best pet psychic and animal communicator in Mumbai” – and The New Indian Express – “The truth about cats and dogs”
Jalaj Kalra
Jalaj Kalra
Supporting Member
With over two decades dedicated to animal welfare, Jalaj has played an important role in organisations such as PETA India and People for Animals Uttarakhand, as well as in collaboration with government departments. Her leadership and advocacy inspire others to work towards a more compassionate world for all living beings. She believes Sahaya Society for Animal Lovers can bridge personal goodwill and organised impact, turning scattered acts of kindness into a sustained movement for change.
Featured in the Times of India – Actor Suniel Shetty gifts mechanical elephant to temple, Times of India – Bond of the Extreme Vegetarians, PETA India – PETA India's female staff share what turned them vegan
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