Author name: Debbie Warren

As the summer sun blazes on, we’re doing everything we can to keep our rescue donkeys cool, comfortable, and content at our sanctuary in Israel. Luckily, donkeys truly thrive in this dry heat – and thanks to your support, they really are living their best lives. We hope you enjoy this glimpse into their summer […]

This week I’m pleased to share an update from the West Bank, where our lead vet, Dr Rakan, along with our three mobile vet teams, continue to deliver life-saving care to working donkeys, mules, and horses in incredibly difficult conditions. Dr Rakan has sent a personal message to pass on to our supporters, offering a

I’m writing to share an update on our vital work in Egypt – supporting the hardworking donkeys and mules of the brick kilns. In just two years, since we started our work in El Saf, we’ve seen remarkable improvements in animal welfare across the kilns. This is all thanks to your generosity. Our team’s tireless efforts are

As the situation in the Middle East continues to unfold, we’re acutely aware of the challenges it brings – not only to the safety of our dedicated teams but also to the thousands of donkeys, mules and horses they work so tirelessly to help. This week, we’re sharing an update from our teams on the

We’ve been overwhelmed by the number of messages from supporters worried about our teams in Gaza, Israel, and the West Bank. Thank you – this means so much to all of us at Safe Haven. We’re relieved to let you know that all our team members are currently safe. We’ll continue to keep you updated

Today, we wanted to share a little joy from our sanctuaries in Israel and the West Bank, where your kindness continues to make a world of difference to the rescue donkeys in our care. At our rescue centre in Arrana, in the West Bank, the donkeys are enjoying some very tasty carrot and cucumber treats,

A few weeks ago, our vet teams in Egypt marked World Donkey Day with a special event inside one of the brick kilns – bringing donkey owners and handlers together to learn more about how to care for the hardworking animals they rely on every day. We’re happy to share that it was a great success and

Every day, our hardworking veterinary teams travel across the West Bank to bring vital free veterinary care to donkeys, mules, and horses. From busy city markets to remote hillsides, they are a lifeline for working animals and the people in the West Bank who depend on them. Thanks to your generous support of our recent

This week, I want to share something incredibly moving with you – a diary from Dr Saif, who leads our heroic mobile vet team in Gaza. As you’ll read below, Dr Saif and the team are risking their lives to reach animals in urgent need, providing first aid and comfort in unimaginably dangerous conditions. Thanks

News from the Sanctuary Every three months, our farrier, Shahaf, visits the Sanctuary for one of our all-important “hoofing days.” These sessions are hard work – but they’re also one of the most important parts of caring for our donkeys. In preparation, the team gets everything ready for a busy day of trimming, checking and tending