Horse Rescue - Nepal - Buddy

On November 3, 2011, Animal Nepal rescued a malnourished horse with a hoof that was so badly overgrown and infected, it could hardly walk. Ten year old Buddy worked in various brick factories in Kathmandu, Nepal. His last owner bought the small build horse for a mere NRs 4000 (40 euro) even though it was clear Buddy would not be able to work anymore. He bought the horse to get an advance from a brick factory (equine owners are paid advances per equine, whatever its health condition). For many months Buddy could be found hobbling in a nearby field, trying to find grass and water. As he was not given any additional food, Buddy became malnourished. A very gentle character, Buddy was given a new lease on life in November 2011 when rescued by Animal Nepal. At the Godavari Donkey Sanctuary its hoof was cut and the hoof infection treated. We hope Buddy’s painful hoof condition can be fully rectified. We are happy this gentle horse has joined us!