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Donkey Duo Saved From Being Turned Into Sausages On Christmas
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Donkey Duo Saved From Being Turned Into Sausages On Christmas

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When most people think of cute donkeys, they immediately think of Donkey from the Shrek movies, an association which makes one smile because of the upbeat and optimistic character.

The reality is unfortunately very different, as these animals are usually used only for one thing: carrying heavy loads. They live a sad life filled with hard work, whipping, and other forms of abuse.

Unfortunately, in some parts of the world, they are also sadly turned into horse meat sausages – usually when they are no longer able to carry heavy loads. Bulgaria is one of the countries where this happens, and this Christmas, two donkeys were miraculously saved from a horse slaughter for their meat. These donkeys for sale were saved thanks to an animal shelter for abused farm animals. Here two people are dedicated to animal rescue, saving them from abuse and violent death and give the care and love they deserve.

More info: youcaring.com

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    This is Katia The Donkey

    She appeared in the ad that announced a “limping donkey for sale, perfect for slaughter”

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    Katia was saved by goodhearted people who “bought” her with the intention to take her to the sanctuary

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    Although the road to recovery is long and hard, Katia is in great hands now and is receiving all the care and medication she needs

    A few days later, the same seller from the classified ad called the sanctuary…

    He came across a young donkey called Toshko, who had been left to die in horrible conditions. Even the seller felt sorry for the poor animal

    According to the vet and the sanctuary owners, Toshko’s condition was the worst they had ever seen

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    He had severly damaged legs and limbs and was extremely malnourished

    Toshko’s hooves had never been taken care of or treated correctly over his 4 years of life

    Although he’s recovering, he’s still not strong enough and needs a lot of special care and medication

    The good news is that the other donkeys and horses are happy to welcome their new friends

    Both Katia and Toshko still need a lot of care and love but they’re getting happier and happier every day

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    Vera Trendafilova

    Vera Trendafilova

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    My husband Viktor and I love nature and animals. We manage a sanctuary in Bulgaria that takes in previously-abused farm animals and we give them the care, love and treatment they need to live out their lives in happy and stress-free environment.

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    Vera Trendafilova

    Vera Trendafilova

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    My husband Viktor and I love nature and animals. We manage a sanctuary in Bulgaria that takes in previously-abused farm animals and we give them the care, love and treatment they need to live out their lives in happy and stress-free environment.

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    MaryAnnEltarian
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Vera and Viktor, Thanks for being saviours for these animals. Please write more articles on your experiences. I am sure more people will become interested and help.

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    MaryAnnEltarian
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Vera and Viktor, Thanks for being saviours for these animals. Please write more articles on your experiences. I am sure more people will become interested and help.

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