Richmond Crawford Veterinary Hospital Explained

Richmond Crawford Veterinary Hospital
Location:	M.A. Jinnah Road, Karachi
Country:	Pakistan
Coordinates:	24.861°N 67.0188°W
Type:	Veterinary hospital
Founded:	1892

The Richmond Crawford Veterinary Hospital (RCVH) is a veterinary hospital located on M.A. Jinnah Road near the Radio Pakistan Karachi building. It is one of the oldest veterinary hospitals in Pakistan.^[1]

History

It was founded by Richmond Crawford, a commissioner of Sind who was interested in animal welfare.^{[2] [3]} According to one account, the hospital was established in 1892 when he secured two acres of land.^[4] In recognition of his contributions, the community named the establishment in his honor.^[5]

For years, it functioned as a government-run infirmary.^[5]

Further reading

• Salman, Peerzada (2015). Legacies of Empires

Notes and References

1. Web site: Vet hospital: Sindh promises facilities for pets across province. February 24, 2015. The Express Tribune.
2. Web site: Airwaves and animals. Peerzada. Salman. January 10, 2010. Dawn.
3. Web site: Chopping and changing. Ardeshir. Cowasjee. March 19, 2006. Dawn.
4. Web site: کراچی کا تاریخی مسٹر کرافورڈ ویٹرنری اسپتال - ایکسپریس اردو. Daily Express.
5. Web site: Richmond Crawford Veterinary Hospital (RCVH), Karachi.