Spreading Compassion for Animals in Afghanistan

Written By Renate Homburg

With help from your generous donations, Nowzad treated 272 working equines during April. This included deworming and vaccinations.

They also focused on widescale hoof trimming as they moved into spring, with their farrier attending to 77 equines.

Additionally, the team assisted 63 other animals, such as goats, cows and deer.

Conditions seen included:

  • Limping

  • Range of harness wounds

  • Gynaecological problems

  • Respiratory issues

  • Diarrhoea

  • Body pain

  • Weakness

  • Abscess

  • Sneezing

  • Skin condition

  • External parasites

Nowzad also completed emergency call-outs for two horses with colic and a cow with placental abruption.

Five working animals were so ill they required hospitalisation last month. These included:

  • A horse with colic

  • Two horses with lameness

  • A calf who needed a rumenotomy

  • A weak, pregnant goat

In addition, the team distributed around 70 of their new health and vaccination record cards to owners.

Maverick: A Symbol of Resilience

Some of you may remember Maverick, who is now part of AAA’s family of sponsored animals. You can read his full story below:

Maverick is a brave young horse who was rescued from the harsh conditions of an Afghan brick kiln in February this year. Despite being found emaciated, wounded and near death, his spirit has shone bright throughout his recovery.

Thanks to the dedicated care of Dr Reshad and the Nowzad team, Maverick received round-the-clock treatment throughout March and April at the Nowzad Animal Hospital in Kabul. Against all odds, he not only recovered but also revealed a remarkable will to live.

Recognising his resilience, Nowzad purchased Maverick to ensure he has a permanent and safe home at their sanctuary. This is the only sanctuary of its kind in the country.

Maverick’s story is a powerful reminder that even in the most challenging environments, compassion can ignite hope and create change.

Animals like Maverick can only be rescued and cared for long-term due to your immense kindness and ongoing support. Your donations are saving lives, so thank you!

Renate Homburg
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