News from the Sanctuary Over at the Sanctuary the weather is still very warm which unfortunately encourages flies. This can be a nuisance to our rescue donkey residents as the flies can bite the donkeys – particularly their legs – causing troublesome itching. Only some of the donkeys have sensitive skin and they often have […]
Our donkey update – 24th August 2023 Read More »
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 »
As you may know we have worked for over 25 years in Israel and the West Bank, and our veterinary services have helped to improve the lives of many thousands of donkeys in need. Andy, our CEO, recently visited Egypt to see the donkeys working in the brick kilns out there – and we’ll bring
Our New Project in Egypt – 20th 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 »
A number of our supporters have expressed concern for our veterinary teams working in the West Bank. Jenin is a big city with many working donkeys and horses. Dr Rakan and his amazing team, who are all safe and well, will continue with their mission as usual and will be back on the ground in Jenin
Update from the Sanctuary and the West Bank – 04th 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 »
