Animal Aid Abroad has expanded its partnership with Namigni Animal Sanctuary to address the urgent needs of at-risk Spanish fighting bulls in Colombia.

Animal Aid Abroad marks International Working Animal Day by highlighting global efforts in India, Zambia, Tanzania, Nepal, and Colombia to improve welfare, water access, and dignity for working animals.

We are proud to introduce two new camels AAA are now sponsoring, thanks to your kind donations. Their names are Bhola and Jay, and they live at Help in Suffering’s Camel Rescue Centre in Bassi, India.

Read their stories below:

On May 8th, Animal Aid Abroad (AAA) joined forces with our partner Lake Zone Animal Welfare Organization (LAZAWO) to celebrate World Donkey Day in Geita, Tanzania.

At Starting Over’s sanctuary in Israel, former working donkeys are given another chance at life. Many have been rescued from abuse and neglect, so are suffering from complex physical and mental conditions. Sixty-nine donkeys are currently receiving intensive care and treatment at the sanctuary to support their recovery from past harsh lives. Two even gave birth to baby foals!

Read on to see how your kind support is allowing these donkeys to heal:

Your fantastic ongoing support means Animal Nepal are able to continue running their sanctuary for vulnerable equines and other animals. Here, the rescued animals can experience loving care and live out the rest of their lives in safety, tranquility and dignity.

See how your support is making a real difference for these special animals:

Our partner team at Friendicoes are dedicated to alleviating the suffering of equines working on the streets of India. These animals face gruelling work and harsh conditions, but Friendicoes are always there with their mobile clinic to relieve pain, and provide much-needed care and comfort.

They also rescued two more animals recently - a mule and a pony. Both had been abandoned and are now safe at their sanctuary.

Despite facing challenges recently, including African Horse Sickness (AHS) and rising costs, Blind Love remain dedicated to providing care and treatment for working animals in South Africa. Last month, they reached 74 horses and 56 donkeys. They are also planning to roll out a vaccination program against AHS to prevent further deaths in future.

See how your heartfelt support is changing lives in South Africa:

In India, the Camel Rescue Centre (CRC) are dedicated to alleviating suffering for working camels and other animals in need. During April, they attended to 285 camels and 261 other animals like horses, dogs and cows.

See how your kind donations are changing lives:

Our partner sanctuary in Tanzania, run by Lake Zone Animal Welfare Organization (LAZAWO), is a place where vulnerable donkeys are offered intensive care, healing, protection and dignity.

See how your support is assisting these donkeys in need: