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When begging elephant Pari was rescued by Wildlife SOS, the young 20-year-old elephant could hardly stand. She was malnourished and covered in infected, untreated wounds made by the stab of a spear from her cruel owner. Her feet had been severely injured for so long that she had developed painful arthritis from the prolonged limp. In this photo, Pari is given her first moment of compassion from the Wildlife SOS rescue team, as she's offered a sweet bunch of bananas to win her trust. | WATCH
Signs of a Begging Elephant: Pari – 1) Spear or bullhook to induce fear and cause pain. 2) Crude, ill-fitting saddle or “howdah”. 3) Untreated, infected wounds. 4) Fractured and emaciated legs. 5) Glass and metal embedded in her footpads. 6) Severe foot injuries and infection. 7) Starvation and malnutrition from poor food. 8) Longing for kindness, companionship and compassion.
Signs of a Begging Elephant: Pari – 1) Spear or bullhook to induce fear and cause pain. 2) Crude, ill-fitting saddle or “howdah”. 3) Untreated, infected wounds. 4) Fractured and emaciated legs. 5) Glass and metal embedded in her footpads. 6) Severe foot injuries and infection. 7) Starvation and malnutrition from poor food. 8) Longing for kindness, companionship and compassion.