Working horses and donkeys in developing countries often face severe welfare challenges. International organizations are working to improve their conditions.
Working equids in developing countries provide essential livelihoods but often suffer from harness injuries, lameness, and malnutrition. Their welfare is deeply intertwined with human poverty - inadequate care often reflects lack of resources and knowledge rather than indifference. Programs that provide veterinary training, harness improvement, and basic care education improve both animal welfare and community livelihoods simultaneously.