a second chance at life for rescued donkeys
With help from your wonderful donations, the team at Starting Over in Israel are preparing to send more rescued donkeys to Europe. Here, they will find their forever homes with caring new owners.
In their intensive-care unit at the sanctuary - the Hope Compound - the team are currently providing care and treatment for 55 donkeys in need.
Last month, four donkeys entered the compound:
Two donkeys entered from the rehabilitated herd. They had developed a fungal skin infection and required treatment.
One jenny, new to the sanctuary, arrived very scared and requires orthopaedic rehabilitation of her hooves via several trimming sessions.
The last jenny is elderly and arrived from the infirmary. She was very underweight but, following significant improvement, she moved to the compound for monitoring and controlled feeding.
Last month, six donkeys left the compound:
Two jennies who arrived at the sanctuary in October were scared and underweight. They underwent mental rehabilitation as well as dental procedures. Having reached a satisfactory weight, they have now progressed to the rehabilitated herd.
One young female orphan who did not adjust well in her previous herd had needed a safe space in the compound for a while. However, following the arrival of a few young females, she has now returned to her herd.
A young orphaned donkey entered the compound several months ago to gain weight. He underwent dental treatment and special feeding. He has now gained weight and has returned to the donkey orphanage.
A jenny left following successful treatment for a skin infection and mental rehabilitation. She is in the late stages of her pregnancy and moved to the mothers-and-babies herd.
Finally, there was a sad farewell for a well-loved jenny who was around 30 years old. She passed away due to hepatic failure.
As always, heartfelt thanks goes out to our supporters and donors. Together with Starting Over, you are giving these beautiful animals a second chance at life.