Peace and Comfort for Rescued Animals in Nepal

Due to your compassionate donations, the rescued animals at Animal Nepal’s sanctuary can live out the rest of their lives in peace and serenity. They receive the very best of care, and experience joy and comfort every day.

The latest report from the sanctuary is below:

This September has brought a welcome sense of relief and stability to Dukuchhap Animal Sanctuary, following the challenges of the previous month. We are happy to share that our senior horse Markhu is doing better. While he continues to receive pain management, his condition has improved. Along with his regular medications, our team has now introduced heat pad therapy to help ease stiffness and improve circulation in his legs.

Two of our sanctuary residents also faced health issues this month but have thankfully recovered well. Stella, one of our mules, suffered from a bout of colic - a potentially life-threatening digestive condition common in equines. Thanks to the quick response of our caretakers and veterinarians, she received prompt treatment, including stomach massages, fluid therapy, and medication to relieve discomfort. Within a few days, she was back to her playful self. Around the same time, Kaali, one of our rescued cows, developed a painful wound on her tail. The team cleaned and dressed the wound daily, and she responded well to treatment. Her tail has now healed completely, and she’s once again enjoying her walks and meals with the herd.

Like last year, the first week of October brought heavy rainfall across much of the country. However, thanks to the extensive repair and reinforcement work carried out after last year’s flooding, our sanctuary was well prepared this time. We are deeply relieved that all our animals are safe and doing well. Apart from those few days of rain, the weather has been pleasant, and the arrival of cooler autumn days has made life more comfortable for both animals and humans alike.

The continued support from Animal Aid Abroad directly helps our animals and strengthens every aspect of our work at Dukuchhap Animal Sanctuary. AAA’s contribution enables us to provide lifelong care, medical treatment and comfort to rescued and retired working animals like Markhu, Stella, Kaali, and many others who call the sanctuary home.

As the only sanctuary of its kind in Nepal for working animals, Animal Nepal plays a vital role not only for the animals in our care, but also for the wider animal population through our ongoing awareness-raising, advocacy, and training of future veterinarians. Visitors to the sanctuary also have the opportunity to learn about the lives of working animals - beings often disconnected from public attention - and in doing so, develop a deeper empathy and understanding for their struggles and resilience.

We’re also excited to share that Animal Nepal will soon be launching our new website, which will include a dedicated section highlighting the Dukuchhap Animal Sanctuary and AAA’s support.

In September, our 2025 veterinary interns completed their month-long internship with us. As part of their program, they spent time at Dukuchhap Animal Sanctuary, gaining hands-on experience with large animals - particularly equines. These opportunities not only strengthen their clinical and practical skills but also help them understand the importance of compassion and animal welfare in veterinary practice. Over the years, Animal Nepal has proudly trained hundreds of young veterinarians, helping to shape a more humane and skilled generation of animal health professionals in Nepal.

As always, thank you to all Animal Aid Abroad supporters for walking this journey with us. Your support makes this sanctuary a true home for those who need it most.