The dedicated HIS vets treated a variety of conditions, including anorexia, wounds, lameness, colic, diarrhoea, corneal opacity, respiratory distress, skin diseases, tumours, reproductive issues, and urinary problems, all caused or worsened by transportation and poor hygiene. 

The incredible work by our project partner Friendicoes is made possible because of the compassion and generosity of our supporters.  Your donations enable life-saving treatments, rescues and ongoing care for working and abandoned animals in need. Every act of kindness you extend brings relief and hope.

The LAZAWO team recently conducted a major clinic in Masinono village, providing treatment to 257 donkeys for various conditions, including wounds, trypanosomiasis, tick infestation, eye infections, worm infestations, and colic. Of these, 149 were new cases, while 108 donkeys received follow-up care from previous clinics or weekly para-veterinary visits.

During November 2024, LAZAWO carried out a comprehensive mobile clinic in the small mining communities of Geita. Thanks to our incredible supporters LAZAWO can bring much-needed care to working donkeys. Your commitment directly contributes to lifesaving treatments, critical interventions, and education that improve the lives of these animals and their owners.

In the northern reaches of Kabul, Afghanistan, where Nowzad has been running its Working Animal Programme since 2022, our vet team was called out to a poor foal in a shocking state. The young horse had tragically lost her ears to a vicious dog attack when she couldn’t get up back up after her tethering rope had wrapped around her legs and she’d fallen over.

This past month has been one of reflection and remembrance as the sanctuary said goodbye to the beloved Soni. While her journey has come to an end, her story continues to inspire a steadfast commitment to providing care, compassion and dignity to every animal at the sanctuary.

This past month shows the importance of their mission, from rescuing abused donkeys to addressing preventable injuries, while working towards a future where every donkey is treated with respect and compassion.