WE Gave WORKING EQUINES IN ETHIOPIA A BETTER LIFE.
COMPLETED
We raised $150,000 thanks to you!
Ethiopia has the third-largest population of equines in the world.
These working horses, donkeys and mules play a central role in the lives of families across the country. But many equine owners, living miles from the nearest health clinics, are unable to provide adequate care for their animals. This lack of veterinary services has resulted in incredibly high levels of mortality and suffering.
Brooke USA funded the construction of three health clinics in Ethiopia. Your gift helped relieve suffering and create better lives for the hard-working animals in Ethiopia.
ANIMAL & OWNER STORY
Brooke in Action: Melesse and Shire
One day, Melesse Woldehana, a carriage operator in Halaba Town, Ethiopia, realized his horse, Shire, had gone missing. Later that day, Melesse found Shire in a field, suffering from serious hyena bites.
“I was so devastated and confused about what to do,” said Melesse. “My friends and family were telling me to abandon him, as he might not be able to survive.”
Unsure about what to do, Melesse went to consult with his friend Tamrat, the local farrier. He counseled Melesse to take Shire to the local animal health clinic.
“Although it was a serious case, we didn’t want to give up on him,” said Feyissa Masebo, the animal health worker who treated Shire. “We washed and stitched the wound. We gave him medicines, fed him well and kept him with us in the shelter until he fully recovered.”
Melesse in incredibly grateful for the help Shire received at the clinic. “They taught me how to take care of him, and I learned about what I should and shouldn’t do until his full recovery,” said Melesse. “I have learned not to give up on animals…that if you treat them well they will regain their strength and pay you back.”
Thank you for doing your part and helping us build three new health clinics in Ethiopia. Your gift has relieved suffering and created better lives for the hard-working animals in Ethiopia.
Special thanks to Taylor, Harris Insurance Services for matching our Health Post initiative for the 2019 #GivingTuesday!