Dr Rakan first saw this donkey back in June. The donkey (now named Jan after our new patron, Jan Leeming) was wounded by a sharp piece of metal whilst pulling a cart. Unfortunately despite being provided with medicines by Dr Rakan, the owner has struggled to care for Jan, whose wounds became infected. During the last few weeks […]
Our donkey update – 10th August 2023 Read More »
News from the West Bank Many of our supporters have been asking about Dr Rakan’s background and how he came to work at Safe Haven. He told us: “I graduated in 2012 and started volunteering at Safe Haven for two months whilst working in a veterinary pharmacy. Over ten years later I’m now the lead
Our donkey update – 17th August 2023 Read More »
Our Nablus Rescue Centre donkeys were due their vaccines this week, so Dr Rakan was able to show his vet student how to administer them to the herd. Dr Rakan prepared all the vaccines. Before the veterinary student (who is currently on a placement with Dr Rakan) administered them. Here we can see Nicholle receiving his tetanus vaccination. Over
Update from the Sanctuary and the West Bank – 3rd August 2023 Read More »
Dr Rakan was recently contacted by one of the lecturers at the An-Najah University, where he studied veterinary medicine. He asked Dr Rakan if some of the fifth year students would be able to ‘shadow’ him in the field to learn more about equine veterinary care. Dr Rakan is very keen to help educate the future generations of vets,
Update from the Sanctuary and the West Bank – 27th July 2023 Read More »
Dr Omran and Ali have been busy in the Jordan Valley. As you’ll see below it’s not just donkeys that Dr Omran thinks of during his travels – he gives out dog food too! Dr Rakan has been busy again with clinics at the Nablus Rescue Centre, as well as in the surrounding area. His special visitor this week
Update from the Sanctuary and the West Bank – 13th July 2023 Read More »
Following the recent events in Jenin earlier this week, we’re pleased to say that Dr Rakan and Nour were able to return to the Jenin area yesterday, visiting a village called Selit Al Thaher, where they treated nine animals. Dr Rakan is also hoping to visit the Jenin refugee camp next week – he’s currently working tirelessly to contact friends in the area to help gather
Update from the Sanctuary and the West Bank – 6th July 2023 Read More »
Dr Rakan has recently provided veterinary care to this donkey at the animal market. The owner uses the donkey to collect metal cans and steel from the street to sell, so he can feed his family. A sharp piece of metal wounded the donkey and the owner knew he should immediately visit Dr Rakan at the animal market to
Update from the Sanctuary and the West Bank – 29th June 2023 Read More »
Dr Rakan first saw this female donkey – Sakaneya – a while ago during one of his clinics at the animal market in Nablus. Since receiving treatment her body score and wounds have improved considerably. She had a severe infection on her neck and legs which is now healing well – although Dr Rakan continues to provide
Update from the Sanctuary and the West Bank – 22nd June 2023 Read More »
Dr Rakan has sent us this another update this week which we’d like to share with you: “We had a very busy day in Jericho, a 152km early morning drive to St George’s monastery. Here we were able to treat the donkeys used to transport tourists up the hill. This is hard work in very hot and dusty
Update from the Sanctuary and the West Bank – 8th June 2023 Read More »
This week we are focusing on our new mobile veterinary clinic in the Jordan valley – with a personal message from Dr Rakan. The new team has only been operating for a few months – all thanks to your support, for which the donkeys are truly grateful. As you’ll see from the photos of Dr Omran and his team,
Update from the Sanctuary and the West Bank – 1st June 2023 Read More »
