Within the first 24 hours of an elephant rescue, we like to welcome them to their new home with a special banquet.
If you are wondering what Rosie is thinking, we believe the look on her face says it all! Welcome to your new home Rosie!
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Dr. Ilayraja talks about Rosie's first checkup
Rosie is only 39 years old, but she likely spent most of that time begging on the streets. She probably spent most of her days walking from place to place, chained when she was not working, and without proper care, nourishment or medical treatment.
The spiked chains have caused chronic infected wounds on Rosie's ankles. Being tightly bound has led to problems with her joints on her rear legs, and her foot pads are damaged and infected. She even has nails, bolts, glass and possibly other debris embedded in her feet. We will know more in the coming weeks as she becomes more accustomed to her new home and receives extensive medical evaluations and treatment.
Sadly, these are all typical injuries we see with "begging elephants" who walk the streets day and night to make a buck for their cruel and abusive owners.
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Having lived in harsh conditions all her life, Rosie’s feet have taken the brunt of the abuse. When the team first met Rosie, we noticed that her limbs were bound in a spiked chain meant to control her and break her spirit. Once the chain was removed and the veterinary team was able to examine her closely, it was found that she suffered from pododermatitis, likely caused by being tethered to dirty concrete floors and being forced to stand on puddles of her own urine.
Rosie’s discomfort is evident as she constantly attempts to stretch her trunk and scratch the lesions on her feet. The swelling around her feet combined with her severely overgrown toenails indicate that her foot care has been neglected for a very long time. Our veterinary team is currently working on a plan for her medical treatments. Going forward, they will ensure medication and regular foot grooming to improve the condition of Rosie’s limbs.
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Rosie's journey to freedom!
Was an elephant created by Mother Nature to be restricted by men and do their bidding? This was the question that came into our mind when we saw Rosie bound in spiked chains. Probably she was asking for the chains to be removed from all her legs, and that’s what we did.
Bidding adieu to her past life where she was used for begging and in wedding processions, Rosie undertook a strenuous journey to reach the Wildlife SOS Elephant Hospital Campus. We are filled with a calmness as she slowly takes her first steps out of the ambulance and walks toward the Elephant Hospital.
Our team at EHC is prepared to welcome her, to make her feel at home, and allow her to settle in with ease. We want Rosie to relish this moment of freedom and the future that lies ahead of her which means doing things of her own free will. Rosie will now be resting before our veterinary team can start a thorough medical examination.
We genuinely thank all those who were beside Rosie during this tough time and supported us in successfully bringing her to the Elephant Hospital.
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JOIN US ON YOUTUBE FOR ROSIE’S FIRST STEPS OF FREEDOM!
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Celebrate with us LIVE! Join us as we welcome Rosie to her new home at Wildlife SOS Elephant Hospital Campus.
Ask live questions about Rosie and see a premiere of her first moments of freedom. If you have YouTube on your smartTV, log on to watch it jumbo-sized! Join us live (on hour from now) at 1:00 am UTC/GMT, 6:30 am IST, 9:00 pm EDT, 6:00 pm PDT on our YouTube channel!
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NEWS ALERT: WE HAVE ROSIE THE ELEPHANT!
Earlier today a judge released Rosie into the anxious hands of our team. After decades of abuse, she is on her way to the Elephant Hospital Campus where we hope to heal her many physical and emotional traumas.
Rosie’s rescue so far has been perilous and challenging. A violent mob was stirred-up prior to her being loaded on the truck. The large and angry group tried to disrupt our operation and agitate Rosie. They threw rocks at our team and attempted to tip over the ambulance. Thankfully the local police came to help. Police pushed back the mob and gave us an escort out of the area. We are very thankful for the hard work and cooperation of local officials.
We are expecting her to arrive at our center tonight! Be on the lookout for info about her first steps of freedom!
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Open wells have served the humankind since the Indus Valley civilisation for domestic as well as irrigation purposes. This age-old practice of digging wells has quenched the thirst of numerous parched cities across India. However, they often bring with them some tragic news for the wildlife inhabiting the area.
In a heartbreaking incident, a nightly foraging routine took a turn for the worse when a Striped Hyena fell into one such uncovered well in Maharashtra. The villagers were alarmed by distressed calls of the animal and immediately informed the Forest Department. Wildlife SOS was called for assistance to carefully extricate the Hyena from the 30-feet-deep well.
The teams safely lowered a trap cage and after a few attempts, the Hyena successfully entered it. Once the cage was carefully lifted out, our veterinary officers conducted a detailed on-site examination in order to ensure the well-being of the animal. Deemed fit, our teams released the Hyena back into the neighbouring forest, away from human habitation.
Time and again, open wells have posed a threat to wild animals. You can help by signing a petition to cover the wells of Maharashtra. Link in our bio!
In a time of declining forests, rapid urbanization and extinction of various species, it is important to equip the youth with the right knowledge to protect the planet! That is why Wildlife SOS has launched an Education Programme to connect with schools and colleges all across the country and spread the word on wildlife conservation!
Whether you're a student, a teacher or a member of an environment group, we welcome you to drop us an email at education@wildlifesos.org to set up a session!
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One of Pari’s favourite spots is a grassy patch right in front of the Elephant Hospital. As soon as she gets her footbaths and treatments done, she ventures to that area to munch on some fruits.
At present, Pari is undergoing treatment for her feet, making it cumbersome for her to walk far enough to venture into the river for a bath. To help her beat the heat, her caregiver brings the river to her instead!
Using a hose pipe, he splashes her with cool water while she stands in her favourite spot. Pari collects some of the water into her trunk and sprays it everywhere with a mischievous glint in her eye! We are very happy to see all these colourful aspects of this young elephant’s personality.
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International Day of Yoga calls for some in-house yoga sessions by our sloth bears!
From stretching like a cobra to arching like a cat, yoga is greatly inspired by the animal world. The practice not only helps one improve body fitness, but also brings mental peace. It's an opportunity to connect with the world and nature in its purest form.
Wildlife SOS family wishes you all remain healthy and fit as a fiddle!
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A leopard cub’s first few days in this world are supposed to be filled with the safety and comfort of its mother. However, this was not the case for a 14-day-old leopard cub that was found amidst stalks of sugarcane. The Maharashtra Forest Department and the Wildlife SOS team were extremely worried about the plight of this young feline who had just come into the world but was already facing a stressful ordeal.
Our veterinarian conducted a primary health check-up and followed the standard procedure to reunite the cub with its mother while the time was ripe. Later that night, camera trap footage revealed the mother carefully approaching the field in search of her cub.To assist the mother on locating her cub, our team had lined the box with the it’s urine, which acted as a scent marking. Relieved to find her cub, the mother carried it to the safety of the forest, making the reunion mission successful!
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We know fathers as dutiful and protective beings, who devote their lives to nurture their young ones. Cheers to all the dads for always being for their kids!
This Father’s Day, we take a moment to acknowledge fathers in the animal kingdom. Swipe to see 10 exemplary animal parents who, with their unparalleled devotion to raise their children, surely deserve a round of applause!
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On the occasion of Vet Appreciation Day, 25 volunteers from Western Digital visited the Wildlife SOS Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Centre. @westerndigital is a global computer hard disk drive manufacturer and data storage company.
The group engaged in interactive sessions with our team and learnt more about the rehabilitation and care of sloth bears and the state-of-the-art medical techniques we use for their treatment. They also participated in a hammock building activity and offered the resident sloth bears some dates as an enrichment.
To conclude the day, a cake-cutting ceremony took place to acknowledge the pivotal role that our veterinary team plays in the lives of India's wildlife.
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Many elephants at Wildlife SOS suffer from ailments like degenerative bone disorder which leads to their weight being unevenly distributed, causing more wear and tear in some parts of the footpads than others. To alleviate their pain, our veterinary officers came up with the innovative solution of using a sole guard! Though commonly used on horses, our veterinary team adapted it in a unique way for treating elephants!
Here, you can see it being applied to Ginger's feet to distribute her weight better and strengthen her abused footpads.
Our veterinary team takes into consideration every little aspect making sure that the elephants only walk on gentle surfaces, and getting the mud ploughed regularly to keep it soft! On this Veterinary Appreciation Day, we would like to highlight our dedicated veterinary team that provides the best care for injured, sick and disabled animals!
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Ferocious jaws and armoured skin - crocodiles secure themselves with might in the wild. Usually spotted on banks of the aquatic systems, they are cold-blooded animals that spend a large part of their day basking under the sun. We tend to think of these creatures as dangerous, scaly beasts - but there’s so much more about them that we’re yet to know!
India is home to the slender-snouted Gharial, river-inhabiting Mugger, and the largest of all reptiles, Saltwater Crocodile. This World Crocodile Day, let's learn about the three crocodile species!
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Emma loves splashing around in the water, whether it be in the river or in her pool! Be it morning, afternoon or during her evening walk with her pals, Maya and Phoolkali, Emma never misses a chance to play in the water. During their walks, she can be seen bathing in the river, and as soon as she returns, into her pool she goes!
With the ongoing summers, she enjoys her pool to the fullest! She enthusiastically plays around, cooling herself and spraying water with her trunk! Aside from some heat relief, the water also helps Emma take some weight off her limbs and ease her pain, hence making it her favourite activity! We thank everyone that made it possible for this majestic elephant to splash around in the water!
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The wait is finally over! Here are the winners for the Wildlife SOS Nature Photography Contest -
🥇 1st Place - Seema Suresh, "Assam Roofed Turtles"
🥈 2nd Place: Soumya Chandan, "Oriental Darter and River Tern"
🥉 3rd Place: Pavan Prasad, "Pond Heron"
We thank everyone for participating and are overwhelmed to see entries from all around the globe!
This Nature Photography Day, we urge you to keep exploring and engaging in ethical photography!
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A bird known for its distinctive tune of "Koo-ooo," the Asian Koel is a common inhabitant of the Indian subcontinent. Recently, our Rapid Response Unit rescued a female Koel from a hostel in JNU, Delhi, after receiving a call from a student.
Found to be dehydrated, our team's first and foremost step was to offer it some clean drinking water. Currently under medical observation, the Asian Koel will soon be released into the wild.
As unprecedented temperature take a toll on urban wildlife, numerous bird species fall victim to the heatstroke. Each one of us can help the avifauna survive the harsh season by making the best use of our balconies, window sills, and gardens! Today, let's pledge to place water bowls, build bird feeders, and plant more trees to save the beautiful creatures.
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Meet Ginger, an elephant whose life took a quantum leap when she was rescued by Wildlife SOS in December 2021. Under our diligent care and attention, she has come a long way - from a life of being treated like a mere commodity, to that of utmost dignity and freedom.
Today, our elephant care staff and veterinary officers provide her with meticulous treatment, shower an abundance of love, offer her nutritious meals, and take her daily walks around the Elephant Hospital campus!
Watch this video as Ginger herself takes you all on a journey of her life at Wildlife SOS.
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