Tails of Hope – Episode 5 Finale 🎧
Guest: Roxanne Davur – Founder, Probably Paradise Shelter, Karjat
Topic: Caring for Over 460 Voiceless Souls – The Realities of Rescue in India
Roxanne Davur doesn’t wear a cape—but if you ask the 460+ animals under her care, they’ll tell you she’s their angel.
As the founder of Probably Paradise Animal Shelter in Karjat, Roxanne has devoted her entire life to the service of the voiceless—be it street dogs, abandoned cats, injured cows, donkeys, horses, or other farm animals society often neglects. Her shelter is a rare sanctuary in India that doesn’t discriminate between species, age, or medical condition. From critical care to emotional healing, she and her team manage it all—with limited resources, no PR machinery, and an unwavering sense of purpose.
In this heartfelt conversation, Roxanne opens up about the systemic gaps in India’s veterinary education, how training for large animal care is almost nonexistent, and the urgent need for policy and infrastructure reform in the animal welfare space. She speaks passionately about her effort to train young staff, raise hygiene standards in clinics, and change mindsets that treat both animals and vulnerable humans—especially women and children—as disposable.
She also talks about how Probably Paradise is not just a shelter—it’s a school, a hospice, a training ground, and a haven for animals who would otherwise never know safety. Whether it's comforting a terminally ill dog, assisting with field rescues, or trying to give dignity to an abandoned horse, every moment is a battle—and a blessing.
The journey hasn’t been easy. The shelter is largely self-funded, running on Roxanne’s personal savings and the kindness of a few loyal donors. She was once in the process of acquiring an additional 100 acres of land to expand the shelter, in collaboration with the late Sir Ratan Tata. But after his unfortunate passing, those plans are now paused. Yet, Roxanne remains undeterred. Her resolve to create a better world for animals has only deepened.
🔥 This episode is not just a story—it’s a call to conscience.
If you’ve ever believed that animals deserve dignity, that compassion should extend to all living beings, and that heroes walk among us in the quietest corners—then this episode is for you.
🙏 We urge you:
➡️ Listen to Roxanne’s story.
➡️ Share it with your tribe.
➡️ And if you can, support Probably Paradise Shelter.
Every donation, every wishlist contribution, every voice raised makes a difference. Help keep the hope alive—for every paw, every hoof, every feathered or furry soul who still waits for a chance to feel safe, loved, and seen.
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