Many people still believe that elephants lack emotions and feelings. I urge you to watch this clip. Every time, upon arriving at ENP with new Park members, we will witness various family groups in the field become highly attentive.
NamThip’s physical and mental state has deeply saddened elephant enthusiasts. After several days of effort, we successfully convinced the owner to release her.
At the age of 87+, today marks the day we rescue her from the elephant camp where she still works tirelessly. Despite her frail physical condition—thin, with just ribs remaining, dry skin, hazy eyes, and lost teeth—she deserves a chance at freedom and a better quality of life.
We extend our heartfelt appreciation to all supporters of Save Elephant Foundation, who have played a crucial role in enabling the rescue of many elephants throughout 2023, providing them a haven in the sanctuary of Elephant Nature Park
Elephant Nature Park founder and long time Animal Rights Advocate and Conservationist Lek Chailert has been honored by becoming an Assistant to the Department of National Parks, Wildlife, and Plant Conservation for the year 2023 by Mr. Noppadon Pholsena, the Secretary-General of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment.
Local farmers who have raised Water Buffalo and other animals for profit, sometimes find it difficult to support their animals for economic or other reasons. Rather than sending their animals to a slaughterhouse for money, some contact Save Elephant Foundation who famously work with local communities, offering a wide variety of support.
This is their story told by video as compiled by Save Elephant Foundation media team who work tirelessly to capture the facts, the emotions and the release into freedom of every elephant that Save Elephant Foundation rescue.
Arun and Rudee are fortunate to have one another. They are soulmates. Even during the rescue journey to Elephant Nature Park, separated by necessity for transport, they would call to each other with roars and low rumblings, especially when we stopped at the gas stations where they could see each other clearly and touch trunks, checking that each was well, in spite of separation.
We are overwhelmed with gratitude as we announce the arrival of new state-of-the-art equipment at our sanctuary, all made possible by the incredible generosity of a private donor via Future for Elephants! (Future for Elephants e.V.) Thanks to their remarkable contribution, we have acquired a brand-new X-ray machine and laser, which will significantly enhance our ability to care for our beloved elephants.
This video is a compilation of the initial rescue of MuayLek by Save Elephant Foundation and then scenes of her first 2 weeks, reveling in the tranquil surroundings of the sanctuary of Elephant Nature Park.
This Flashback Friday post shows a video of how 7 elephants were rescued by Save Elephant Foundation and transported to their new homes within the sanctuary of Elephant Nature Park. It was a big day for them, 7 elephants, ostensibly friends, rescued by Save Elephant Foundation, and relocated to a new home where they would never have to work again. It took some time, but it became clear that each would choose their own way and find the person whom they thought to be akin. Time and space and self-discovery prepare the way for living happily in the sanctuary of Elephant Nature Park.
This is MuayLek, a female elephant who is only seven years old. MuayLek worked to entertain in an elephant show. She was a regular star of the camp. Her main work was to perform for tourists. She was trained to paint, to perform with a Hula Hoop, and to stand on 2 legs while dancing. MuayLek remained tethered and dealt with so much stress. All baby elephants deserve the right to play freely, but she never had that chance. Instead, MuayLek developed typical stress behaviour.
It is common after most rescues to receive them to our project carrying a lifetime of trauma. San Meung is not alone in his initial disoriented condition. Almost all experience some degree of stress-related behavior, some far more than others. His eyes still show empty. When SanMueng arrived at Elephant Nature Park, he seemed very surprised. He scrambled to get off the truck , and when his feet touched the ground, he trumpeted so loud.
Chu Jai worked as a trekking elephant all of her life, even with a hip injury which affects her walk. We have taken her away from all of that. It took 19 hours on a truck to finally be free. A harmful past is now behind her. Thanks to the team who brought her to us safely, and especially to those who provided the funds sufficient to give Chu Jai a new life at Elephant Nature Park.
