KARACHI, Pakistan (AP) — A group of veterinarians from an international animal welfare organization has arrived in Pakistan to perform surgeries on two elephants at Karachi Zoo.
The team from Four Paws, a global animal welfare group, began their work on Wednesday, focusing on treating the animals’ medical issues.
During a visit last year, Four Paws vets examined four elephants in Karachi. They identified the need for surgery on one of the elephants to remove a damaged and infected tusk, a procedure described as “complicated.”
Another elephant was found to have dental issues and a problem with its foot that also required medical attention.
On Tuesday, an eight-member team from Four Paws, including veterinarians, surgeons, and wildlife experts, arrived in the city to perform the necessary treatments. The surgeries and medical care are expected to be completed by Friday.
Amir Khalil, who leads the veterinary team, mentioned that the other two elephants in Karachi, located in a public park, will also receive medical treatment. However, he did not provide further details.
In addition to the surgeries, Four Paws plans to train zoo staff on better care for the elephants in the future.
In 2020, Four Paws was instrumental in relocating Kaavan, an elephant that had spent 35 years in the Islamabad Zoo in chains. Kaavan was transferred to a sanctuary in Cambodia after his partner died in 2012.
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