“These donkeys work at construction sites and are used to carry building materials like gravel and dust. They are usually used in regions where trucks and tempos can’t reach,” said BSPCA secretary (Retd) Lt Colonel Dr J C Khanna.

An ambulance, a nursing assistant, a dresser and two-three ward boys will be part of the camp that will be led by Dr Yuvraj Kaginkar, hospital manager and veterinarian. “We will give the animals deworming medicines, anti-tetanus vaccination, and dress the injuries,” Kaginkar said.

Diana Singh, executive member of the hospital, said, “We’re trying to educate owners of these donkeys on how to maintain their pets. We have been holding these camps since 2004 after noticing many serious accident cases. We did some research and learnt that in several pockets donkeys are still being used to carry building materials. After five years, we have developed a rapport with some mule owners. We can advise them over a tea.” Khanna said there were over 200 donkeys in the city. There area a huge concentration of donkey population at Khar, Malad, Bandra, Vasai and Borivali, she said.