Somboon’s journey to the sanctuary of Elephant Nature Park

Tue 30 Jan 24
Save Elephant Foundation

In the past, Asia permitted the capture and training of wild elephants for various work purposes. SomBoon was one of them, taken from the forests since childhood and forced into a life of servitude.

Like many other elephants, she endured hardships, separated from her children and subjected to years of performing in shows, begging on the streets, and providing riding services.

As she embarks on her journey to freedom, we aim to make the remaining days of Grandma Elephant’s life happy, allowing her to experience kindness and, most importantly, freedom. No longer will her ankles be bound in chains.

Thank you, Jassy, for contributing to the redemption of Grandma SomBoon’s freedom and improving her life. Stay strong, grandma; freedom and happiness await you soon!

Save Elephant Foundation Rescue Update – Grandma Dok Koon

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.

Mon 06 May 24

Grandma SomBoon gets all the help she needs

Over 70% of elephants at Elephant Nature Park are elderly individuals who have been forced to commit their lives to hard work. In their old age, these elephants face challenges in walking, eating, and sleeping.

Tue 27 Feb 24

Namthip is receiving medical attention at Elephant Nature Park

Although NamThip is finally in her new sanctuary home, her health issues are quite pronounced. Our veterinary team promptly conducted further detailed health checks on her, including additional blood tests, stool sampling, and urine checks. Today, we also conducted an X-ray of her left hind leg, which seems to be problematic for her.

Sun 25 Feb 24

Namthip settles into the sanctuary of Elephant Nature Park

After a long journey in excess of 24 hours, with a soft sand bed ready, Namthip was able to sleep for possibly the first instance in her life, without chains on her legs. Sleeping freely, with no rope around her neck and no one stood over her giving orders, holding a hook, or making threats.

Sat 24 Feb 24

Save Elephant Foundation Rescue: NamThip coming to Elephant Nature Park soon

NamThip’s physical and mental state has deeply saddened elephant enthusiasts. After several days of effort, we successfully convinced the owner to release her.

Fri 16 Feb 24

Somboon finally free to be an Elephant

Finally, after a lifetime of hard work and abuse, Somboon finds freedom, to be an elephant, as all elephants should be.

Mon 12 Feb 24

Somboon update after rescue

Exhausted from her journey, and a lifetime of hardship, she promptly sought the sand pile prepared for her, sleeping soundly amidst the bustling activities around her.

Thu 01 Feb 24

Celebrating MaiThai’s 3rd Anniversary of her rescue into the sanctuary of Elephant Nature Park

After more than 48 years working at a Trekking Camp in the busy tourist area of Phuket, MaiThai found sanctuary at Elephant Nature Park 3 years ago today. Although still recovering from the recent loss of her best friend Duddao, MaiThai's zest for life remains undiminished.

Mon 15 Jan 24

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