After years of abuse, torture, and neglect, 23 lucky elephants have finally found a home at the Elephant Conservation and Care Centre in Mathura, India.
Most of the elephant at the rescue center spent decades of their lives being forced to perform in circuses, and as street beggars, and as a result of the years of neglect and improper care, many have been left blinded and struggle with chronic infections and arthritis.
Thankfully, Kartick Satyanarayan, founder of the rescue center, and his team have given these animals the home they deserve. “We work hard to give these elephants a life of dignity and protection while we also provide them ongoing treatment and care. It costs us about £800 per elephant per month to provide them necessary medical treatment, a nutritious diet, and ongoing care,” Kartick explained.
With proper diets, medical treatment, and elephant companionship, many of these sickly animals have completely transformed. And as if the center isn’t doing enough for these incredible animals, they decided to knit them cozy sweaters to help them stay warm in the cold weather. “This winter we are making jumpers to give the jumbos in our care some warmth,” Kartick said.
“They really took to their jumpers! I know in some countries it is a bit of a joke to wear the most outlandish one you can, particularly around Christmas time. But the elephants care less about fashion and more about being warm.”
Watch the entire video below to see the amazing women who are knitting these incredible animals sweaters to stay warm this winter.
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[Featured image: North Downs Picture Agency/Wildlife SOS India]
Locals Knit Giant Sweaters So Rescue Elephants Can Stay Warm is an article from: LifeDaily