In Tanzania, donkeys are critical to the communities who rely on the animal’s strength to pull carts of bricks, stone and sand. However, constant rubbing of heavy weights on a donkey’s back frequently causes deep, open wounds that often fail to heal.
So-called ‘doughnut’ bandages can be secured to the wooden yoke that sits along the donkey’s back, providing padding and allowing the donkeys to work pain-free. Sadly, owners often lack the skills and finance to provide this protection.
Worldwide Veterinary Services have launched a campaign to provide donkeys in Tanzania with doughnut bandages in order to provide them with a pain-free life.
To find out how you can help, please visit their website here.