The weekly donkey news from 'Safe Haven for Donkeys' Gaza: for many animals giving help means a relief from pain, treating injuries and transportation for the suffering people

 

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Thanks to your support, donkeys, mules and horses are receiving care they would otherwise go without. Day after day, you're helping our teams reach animals working in some of the toughest conditions - bringing relief from pain, treating injuries, and giving them the chance of a healthier life. This week, we're bringing you a report from Gaza. It’s hard to overstate what your support means here. For many animals, it's the difference between ongoing suffering and the chance to heal. In January and February alone, you helped us to treat 1,262 animals in Gaza. I hope this gives you a glimpse of the incredible impact you're making. Thank you so much for your kindness.  Wendy Safe Haven UK Office An update from Gaza Our team continues to work under extremely difficult conditions, reaching animals and families who need our help. They are currently operating in Khan Yunis, where tens of thousands of displaced families are living alongside their animals in harsh and uncertain conditions. As well as Western Rafah and central Gaza, including Deir Al-Balah and surrounding areas. During January and February the team cared for over 1,262 animals. With fuel scarce and roads destroyed, donkeys have once again become the main way to transport people and goods. As prices rise and access to food becomes more difficult, many owners are struggling to care for their animals. Despite this, th transportation, e bond between people and their donkeys remains incredibly strong - built on dependence, resilience, and survival. Even during Eid, and through worsening conditions, the team has continued without pause - responding to urgent calls and bringing care to animals who would otherwise be left to suffer. The team care for a donkey and her foal. Dr Saif has shared an impact report from the field, giving a closer look at the animals cared for during January and February. Click here to see the difference you’re making. Read our report from Gaza The demand for our mobile team's services is at times overwhelming - here you can see donkeys queuing way into the distance, waiting to be examined and receive treatment. Najeeba's video message from Gaza Recently, the team responded to an urgent call from a man named Fawaz, whose donkey had been suffering from severe skin infections and deep harness wounds. When they arrived, the wounds were painful and infected. The team immediately cleaned and treated them, administered antibiotics, and began ongoing care to support recovery. They also showed Fawaz how simple changes - like adding soft padding to the harness - can help prevent this kind of suffering in future.  In her video, Najeeba shares this story - and shows you first hand how your support is helping donkey in need. Thank you. Click to view Najeeba's video Thank You  Your support helps us fund our mobile vet teams in Gaza, the West Bank, and Egypt, bringing vital veterinary treatment directly to working donkeys in desperate need. You are also helping to care for rescue donkeys at our sanctuaries in Israel and the West Bank, where they receive nutritious food, specialist care, and the safety of a forever home.  Thank you for caring for these gentle animals. Donate today Hoof abscesses, cracked hooves, joint inflammation and ligament strains are all common conditions of donkeys in Gaza. You're helping our vet team to treat hundreds of donkeys every week. If you'd like to read previous updates of our work, please click here to visit out blog. You can also view today's update online by clicking here. Registered charity number 1083468