WORKING animals – such as horses, donkeys and camels – are fundamental in providing a means of income for millions of impoverished families in developing countries.
But, this vast global workforce is largely unknown and ignored.
More than 200 million working animals do the jobs of trucks, tractors and taxis and support the world’s poorest people. However, in the UK, one in three people don’t even know what a working animal is.
We believe these animals deserve greater recognition. And, more importantly, they need our help.
Many animals live and work in appalling conditions – but a life of work shouldn’t mean a life of suffering.
Which is why I’m asking everyone to back SPANA’s International Working Animal Day on June 15. We need to recognise the massive contribution of working animals and ensure they get the veterinary treatment, care and compassion they deserve.
If your readers agree, I kindly ask that they show their support for these hardworking animals by visiting spana.org/iwad
Jeremy Hulme
Chief executive
SPANA (the Society for the Protection of Animals Abroad)
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules here