This month, the team made a lot of progress in treating and caring for a total of 127 donkeys, both in the field and at the sanctuary. Such extensive support would not have been possible without the generosity of our donors and supporters. Of these donkeys, 112 were treated for ectoparasites, and 98 received deworming treatment… 

As October brings the relief of post-monsoon breezes and a shift in the season, The Working Animal Welfare Project (APOWA) celebrates another month of making a tangible difference in the lives of working animals and their owners thanks to Animal Aid Abroad.

Hundreds of animals in India, thanks to Friendicoes, are given hope and healing where it’s needed most. The team is doing incredible work providing essential medical care to horses, ponies, and mules across India, especially those on the gruelling Kedarnath Pilgrimage trek.

Despite heavy rain and floods damaging the sanctuary’s fencing, all animals and staff are safe. The team is raising funds to rebuild by 4th November. This month, one of their beloved donkeys, Sonu, is under treatment for a suspected tick-borne illness and her daughter Monu is being carefully monitored.

Our amazing partner, LAZAWO, recently completed a major clinic in Muhoji village, treating 245 new donkeys for conditions like wounds, tick infestations, and colic. An additional 157 donkeys received follow-up care, bringing the total treated to 402!

Thanks to all the amazing support, the HIS Camel Rescue Centre team has been doing some incredible work for camels in India. In September alone, they held 17 mobile clinic outreaches, treated 498 animals, including 100 camels! They replaced inhumane nose pegs and fitted 2 camel carts with reflectors to keep the camels safe on the roads from accidents.

The NOWZAD team has done amazing work for animals this month, bringing some noteworthy changes to their care efforts.  For the first time in a long while, no vaccinations were carried out! Instead, the focus shifted to addressing harness wounds and providing as many horses and donkeys as possible with new padded harnesses.

Blind Love continues its mission to create a better world for animals, one outreach at a time. This month, their dedicated team held several outreaches in the heart of town, offering care and compassion to 75 horses in need. Some of these wonderful horses, named Nice, Hunter, Trouble, and Beyoncé! were treated for internal parasites, minor injuries, and saddle sores.

On 9th September, the Blind Love team, alongside Dr Annie, visited Grahamstown for a follow-up with Lady, a donkey who suffered from severe abscesses. Over the month she has been healing very well! They also treated another donkey suffering from a severe case of mange and asked the owner to bring it for a follow-up at their next outreach.