Blogs Archives - Global Sanctuary for Elephants

Mendoza Mail: Pocha and Guillermina are Very Chatty Ladies

October 26, 2021

In this video taken by Ingo, we overhear a conversation between Pocha (left) and Guillermina (right). Of course, we don’t know what they are telling one another, but they do appear to be casual and relaxed. When an elephant is becoming more comfortable in her space, she may become more…...

Share Their Stories

October 25, 2021

Every single one of you who follows us is a member of the GSE family. We do our best to tell the stories of how sanctuary heals. But we can’t do it alone. Whether you realize it or not, YOU are essential to educating others who may not be aware,…...

Sunday Smile: Bathing Beauties

October 24, 2021

Here’s a little bit of a fun “oopsie” from Scott. Bambi (left) and Mara (right) were getting a little bath and drinks from the hose, which they love. He tried to take a photo of the water spray and got their rear ends instead. We hope it makes you laugh…...

Milo Runs With the Big Dogs

October 23, 2021

Because he was orphaned, our sheep Milo grew up alongside the dogs here at the sanctuary. He lived with us at our home, sleeping inside on the dog beds, as we helped nursed him to health. As a result, he still likes to play with them, sometimes acting like he’s…...

EleFact Friday: Passing Down Wisdom

October 22, 2021

Happy EleFACT Friday. Today we want to share some results of a recent study that has been in the news, proving that young female elephants highly benefit from having older siblings, particularly sisters, which contributes to lengthening their life expectancy. ...

Ask Us Anything: The Final Round

October 21, 2021

In the final post of our “Ask Us Anything” series, Kat addresses a few more questions that you submitted. We’ve enjoyed sharing information and having conversations with all of you. There will always be questions, especially as the sanctuary family grows, and we will do our best to answer as…...