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\"\"When you truly love all animals as we do, you can\u2019t stand to see even one in pain<\/span>. As an animal lover yourself, you know in your heart they can feel physical pain. Emotional pain. And suffer like any of us. But nothing is more visceral than the pain of chronic hunger.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s what Simo was facing, and it was brutal. At more than 30 yearsold \u2013ancient for a mule \u2013Simo had given everything he had to his family. But due to persistent poverty, Simo\u2019s golden years were turning out to be anything but. He was surviving on one-quarter of the food he needs daily<\/span>. \"\"<\/p>\n

For a mule toiling in the unforgiving terrain of Fez, Morocco, our supporters help can be a lifesaver. The sad fact is that without our supporters, and without American Fondouk, countless animals would suffer<\/span>.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s not that Simo\u2019s owner is cruel \u2013far from it. Like so many in this harsh land, he and his family live a life of sustenance. So he could only afford to feed Simo one-quarter of the bran he needs daily.<\/p>\n

Just imagine it! You\u2019re trying to work as hard as ever when you should be retired \u2013and you\u2019re only getting 25 percent of the calories you need to survive. Something would have to give.<\/p>\n

And something did. His owner finally decided to make the journey to American Fondouk.<\/p>\n

When Simo was presented to us, he was nothing but skin and bones. Mules are smart and powerful animals \u2013the offspring of a male donkey and a female horse. They\u2019re bred to work hard, and they have harder hooves than horses. Their skin is also less resistant to sun and rain.<\/p>\n

But as tough and loyal as Simo was, he couldn\u2019t continue this way. Thanks to our supporters, we were able to step in with a multi-tiered approach to Simo\u2019s wellness.<\/p>\n

First, we carried out a dental exam, and corrected Simo\u2019s teeth. At his advanced age, his teeth were beginning to wear away. He actually had only a few teeth left. Then we weighed him, gave him some antiparasitic medicine, and administered some vitamins.<\/p>\n

Best of all, we put Simo on a diet of high energy concentrated horse feed!\"\"<\/p>\n

To make sure Simo\u2019s progress continued, we provided his owner with a 40 kg sack of this feed \u2014and arranged for him to bring Simo back for a full checkup twice a month.<\/p>\n

It was sad to see that in his weakened condition, Simo couldn\u2019t even carry the 40 kg sack of feed. So we put both Simo and his owner in our ambulance to return them home.<\/p>\n

As you know, healing animals like Simo has an even greater impact here in Fez. When we care for the mules, horses, and donkeys who come to us, we are also caring for the families who depend upon them for their very lives. And the need is growing.<\/p>\n

Our supporters help us provide free veterinary care to all those who line up at our doors each morning. But just as important, you help us provide the education for owners that ends needless suffering and improves the lives of working animals. It is a great gift that truly impacts generations.<\/p>\n

Click here<\/a> to donate now!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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