rescued animals given a second chance at life in colombia
Animal Aid Abroad, together with our local partner Namigni Animal Sanctuary, is giving vulnerable equines in Colombia a second chance at life.
In the past two months, the sanctuary rescued a blind foal from euthanasia and a donkey abandoned on the streets, while continuing to provide loving care for 22 rescued equines. Thanks to your support, these animals are now safe, nourished, and healing.
Animal Aid Abroad is helping rescued working equines in Colombia with Namigni Animal Sanctuary
Rescue of a Blind Foal and Abandoned Donkey
In early January, a blind foal born at a breeding farm was surrendered to Namigni by a veterinarian after the owner decided he should be euthanised. Diagnosed with congenital cataracts, the foal — now named Icarus — was just eight days old. Raising him on formula has been demanding, but under close supervision, he is growing stronger every day.
By mid‑January, Namigni also intervened in cases of abandoned donkeys. One female donkey was discarded on the streets of Chaparral, Tolima, while two others were living in semi‑abandonment in Ibagué. Formal confiscation procedures were initiated with authorities. The Chaparral donkey was eventually rehomed in a loving home thanks to collaboration with a local advocate. Sadly, the two donkeys in Ibagué were returned to their previous owner, underscoring the challenges of enforcement.
Caring for Equines at the Sanctuary
With the generous support of Animal Aid Abroad and patron Philip Wollen, Namigni has been able to manage volatile hay prices — the main diet for the 22 rescued equines currently at the sanctuary.
Additional support has allowed the purchase of specialized horse feed with nutritional supplements, ensuring proper growth for younger rescues and balanced maintenance for older equines.
Recent veterinary milestones include:
Successful castration of Spirit, a two‑year‑old horse.
Scheduled castration of Enzo, a disabled Belgian draft horse, in late March.
These procedures, along with daily care, are helping rescued animals live healthier, more comfortable lives.
Conclusion and Appreciation
Namigni Animal Sanctuary continues to be a lifeline for vulnerable equines in Colombia. With your ongoing support, animals once abandoned or at risk of euthanasia are now living in safety, comfort, and peace.
Together, we are turning burden into care — and proving that local partnerships are the key to global change.
Animal Aid Abroad is helping rescued working equines in Colombia with Namigni Animal Sanctuary
