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A HAVEN OF REST FOR WORKING ANIMALS IN MOROCCO

The sanctuary works closely with SPANA, a global charity with a presence in Marrakesh that aims to improve the lives of working animals by way of education, free or discounted veterinary care, and emergency assistance.

Jarjeer Mule and Donkey Refuge was established by a British couple, Susan Machin and Charles Hantom. 

Both worked in the legal profession in the U.K. before building a home in the village of Oumnass. 

Oumnass is located approximately 25 kilometers (15.5 miles) from Marrakesh.

--CultureTrip.com/Sarah Willams

https://www.jarjeer.org/

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As well as letting older animals live the rest of their days in comfort, the center also acts as a hospice for animals that aren’t expected to live much longer. 

Palliative care and pain relief makes an animal’s last days on earth more bearable.

All donkeys and mules at the center are vaccinated against rabies and have top-class hoof care.

The health of the animals is important.

--CultureTrip.com/Sarah Willams

https://www.jarjeer.org/

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Animals that are capable of work, work. \

While retired creatures spend their days relaxing, younger animals help to raise funds for the center by working in a humane, ethical, and controlled manner.

--CultureTrip.com/Sarah Willams

https://www.jarjeer.org/

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Although the center is a haven for donkeys and mules, the team’s work extends far beyond simply housing and caring for the animals. 

Jarjeer Refuge focuses on animal welfare. It aims to reduce working animals from being over-worked, mistreated, and abused. 

Educational work with the public and owners of working animals is vital to the center’s mission.

--CultureTrip.com/Sarah Willams

https://www.jarjeer.org/

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A HAVEN OF REST FOR WORKING ANIMALS IN MOROCCO

Located close to Marrakesh, at the bottom of the Atlas Mountains, the Jarjeer Mule and Donkey Refuge is a sanctuary for old, abandoned, sick, and mistreated animals.

--CultureTrip.com/Sarah Willams

https://www.jarjeer.org/

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A HAVEN OF REST FOR WORKING ANIMALS IN MOROCCO

The hard-working donkeys laboring on the bustling streets of Morocco’s Marrkesh are a sight that visitors cannot help but notice. 

Transporting people and goods throughout the city, donkeys play an important role in local life and business. 

But have you ever wondered what happens to these creatures when they become too old to work?

--CultureTrip.com/Sarah Willams

https://www.jarjeer.org/