Protecting working animals in the West Bank
We work with owners of working animals in the West Bank to end abuse and improve levels of care.
The problem
At the mobile vet clinics we ran with our partner, the Palestine Wildlife Society (PWLS), we started to see more and more horses, donkeys and mules showing signs of neglect and cruelty. So we began helping people care for their animals.
Many people in Palestine rely on working animals but knowledge of animal care is limited.
Our vets were seeing animals that were lame, injured or malnourished. Others had been beaten or had pressure sores from badly-fitting harnesses. To bring about lasting change, we began to offer practical advice to help owners see the benefits of compassionate care.
Our solution
In each community, we train a few people who can teach others about better animal care. They attend workshops and visit communities where our training is already having an impact. They then share what they learn. Word spreads. Habits change. Animals' lives improve. And, because their animals are healthier, owners can earn a better living too.
Thanks to your support, we made an impact on the welfare of working animals
Many people in Palestine rely on working animals but knowledge of animal care is limited.
Following our training, we saw a 50% reduction in common working animal ailments.
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