F ound hobbling painfully on the city streets with a badly injured front hoof, Veeru was one of our first rescued animals, and while we don’t have the facilities to care for larger animals, at the time there was nowhere else for this abandoned pony to go, and he soon settled in nicely at our sanctuary. While a little testy at times, we have learnt to give Veeru a wide berth depending upon his mood, and when he wants to be alone, he can be. His days are spent grazing peacefully among his bovine and canine companions, and we are happy that he will never know suffering again.
Veeru has a sponsor and while he would undoubtedly enjoy life on a peaceful farm, until someone comes forward to offer him that, we will happily continue caring for him.
In early 2026, Veeru's health began to decline as acute tendonitis affected his front limbs. We managed his condition with pain medication for a few months, and on August 7th, we made the difficult decision to euthanize him because he seemed to suffer more with each passing day. Although heartbreaking, we found comfort in knowing that doing what was truly best for him was our final act of love. Veeru personified resilience, and he will be remembered forever.
Sponsor history
Jonny Krause from January 2018 until Veeru's death in August 2026
