Safe Haven for Donkeys Blog

A few weeks ago, we shared the news that Dr Saif had sadly left Gaza. Today, we’re very pleased to introduce you to Dr Ahmed Thabet and the vet team who are continuing our work to help Gaza’s donkeys. Dr Ahmed is joined by two other vets and a veterinary assistant. Together, they strengthen our veterinary…

This week, I wanted to share a lovely example of how your support continues to make a difference to donkeys, long after a donation is made. Earlier this year, our brick kiln team in Egypt introduced a new initiative – providing first aid boxes to stockmen. We funded ten first aid boxes, which contain basic medial supplies in how to care…

You may remember that I recently shared an update from our Nablus team in the West Bank, who were forced to turn back from a trip to Senjil, due to road blocks. But they were determined not to let the day go to waste. The team quickly changed course and travelled through several villages before reaching Mazare’…

This week, I’d like to take you to a small farm in Egypt, where a five-month-old foal had stopped doing what he loved most – running around and getting into mischief. His family affectionately call him “Little Naughty”. But when a rapidly growing swelling appeared beside his eye, this playful youngster became quiet and withdrawn.…

Before we share this week’s update from the West Bank and the hardships they are currently experiencing, I wanted to let you know about a change to our Gaza programme. Many of you will be sorry to hear that Dr Saif has recently left Gaza to begin a new chapter overseas. We are deeply grateful…

This week, I wanted to share some important news. At the end of this year, our Chief Executive Officer, Andy Foxcroft, will retire after many years of dedicated service to the charity. Andy has played an enormously important role in Safe Haven’s story, helping to grow our work across Israel, the West Bank, Egypt and…

I wanted to begin by saying thank you for all of your support – please know that you are directly helping donkeys, mules and horses in need. Your kindness is helping our mobile teams reach animals in some of the most difficult and dangerous places imaginable. We’ll be telling you more about the current issues…

I wanted to share a lovely update from our rescue centre in Arrana, in the West Bank, where around 34 rescued donkeys are now safe in our care. Every donkey at Arrana has known hardship in some form. Some have suffered neglect, others have been badly treated or simply had nowhere safe to go. Thanks…

Thank you so much to everyone who gave so generously to our Easter appeal earlier this year. Thanks to your kindness, we have been able to fund a new community vet team in Egypt, led by Dr Ahmed, with vital hoof care provided by Ali, our farrier. This team is now bringing much-needed care to…

Thank you, as always, for your kindness and support. Because of you, our sanctuary in Israel remains a safe haven for 180 rescued donkeys who have suffered neglect, abuse or abandonment. This week, I wanted to share a glimpse of everyday life at the sanctuary. From hoof trimming and feeding time, to special treats and…

Thanks to your kindness, our mobile veterinary team in Gaza have remained active throughout May, reaching working animals across Khan Yunis, Deir al-Balah and Rafah. Among them were 487 donkeys and horses – animals that have become essential for transporting water, food, supplies and people in communities where normal infrastructure has largely collapsed. The need…

Thank you so much for your continued support of our work helping donkeys across the Middle East. Because of your kindness, donkeys who have suffered neglect, abuse and hardship can receive the care and attention they deserve. Today, we’re bringing you an update from our rescue centre in Arrana, over in the West Bank, where…

Because of your kindness, we’re able to care for donkeys and horses across Israel, the West Bank, Gaza and Egypt – providing emergency veterinary treatment in crisis areas and lifelong sanctuary care for rescued donkeys who have nowhere else to go. Today, we wanted to share a little update from our sanctuary in Israel, where there’s been…

Thank you so much for your continued support for donkeys, horses and mules in desperate need. Today, I wanted to share an update from Dr Rakan, who heads up one of our mobile veterinary teams in the West Bank. Thanks to your kindness, Dr Rakan was able to reach a tiny seven-day-old foal who was…

I wanted to send you a heartfelt thank you for your continued support of our work helping donkeys, horses and mules in crisis areas. Today’s update shares some of the latest emergency cases our team has responded to on the ground. I hope it helps show the difference your support is making for animals who…

Thank you once again to everyone who supported our Easter Appeal. Last week, we shared how your donations are already helping working donkeys through the new First Aid boxes being introduced at ten ‘green’ brick kilns in Egypt. Today, I’m so pleased to bring you another update on your support – this time through the launch of our new…

This week, I wanted to show you exactly how your donations to our Easter appeal are already being put to work – and to say a heartfelt thank you. Because of your kindness, I’m so pleased to share this first update – to show how you’re helping bring practical, immediate care to donkeys working in…

Today’s update is a particularly joyful one today. Because of your support, Deborah – one of our rescue donkeys at our sanctuary in Israel – has been safe and well cared for during the final weeks of her pregnancy. And now, there’s a very special new arrival to celebrate. Deborah has given birth to a beautiful…

Thank you so much for your kindness in supporting our recent appeal for first aid boxes in Egypt’s brick kilns. Your generosity means our team are now able to introduce ten new first aid boxes and train up the klin stockmen and donkey handlers to better care for their animals. We’ll bring you an update…

Thank you so much to everyone who has supported our recent appeals – whether that’s helping to fund a new community vet team in Egypt, or helping us provide first aid boxes for donkeys working in the brick kilns. Your support is already helping us reach more animals in urgent need of care. If you haven’t…

Thank you, as always, for supporting our teams and the animals they care for every single day. Your support means that help is there when it’s needed most – often in the most challenging conditions. Next week, we’re looking forward to sharing news of an innovative new approach our Egypt brick kiln teams are hoping to introduce…

Thanks to your support, donkeys, mules and horses are receiving care they would otherwise go without. Day after day, you’re helping our teams reach animals working in some of the toughest conditions – bringing relief from pain, treating injuries, and giving them the chance of a healthier life.  This week, we’re bringing you a report from…

I hope this message finds you well. Thanks to your kindness, there are many donkeys today who are safe, cared for and no longer struggling to survive. It’s something we never take for granted – and it’s all because of you. Today, I’d love to share an uplifting update from our rescue centre in Arrana, during…

Every week, our mobile vet teams travel across the West Bank to reach working animals who would otherwise have no access to veterinary treatment. Markets are an especially important place for our teams to visit. Donkeys, mules and horses arrive from many different villages, often with health problems that owners have struggled to solve. During a…

Our sanctuary in Israel is home to around 180 rescued donkeys who will live out their lives in safety and comfort. Every day our team works hard to give them the care and kindness they deserve. Update from Israel This week, team member Moussa brought the donkeys a very special treat – fresh mallow leaves. It didn’t take long…