BREAKING NEWS... We have just heard about a dear little donkey named "Chalky" who is in desperate need of our help. He was found all alone and unable to stand properly, lying in a muddy field. Shockingly, we are told he has been neglected there for years. He is terribly thin, his tummy is bloated with parasitic worms and his skin is sore, infected and inflamed from rain-scald and lice.

We cannot share detailed photographs at this stage, as this is a serious welfare case, but we can tell you his life has been one of utter misery.

We must act fast to save Chalky, but we urgently need to raise the funds to make this happen.

His designated transport will be costly and he will need to be vet screened to ensure he is fit for travel. If we can get him to our sanctuary, his initial veterinary and healthcare costs will, undoubtedly, run into thousands of pounds... Photographs show his hooves are in a terrible state, so we know he will need expensive x-rays, as well as special feed, treatment for his skin and worm infestation and we are also anticipating high farrier and equine dentist bills.

Can you help us save this precious soul?

We have already rescued 20 donkeys this year alone and we have 10 more arriving over the next 2 weeks, but we just can't leave Chalky to his tragic fate.

Please, please donate if you can - this poor boy desperately needs us, but we can't save him without your help.

Thank you so much.