Guida Archives - Global Sanctuary for Elephants

Video: First Steps to Freedom

July 4, 2021

The story of each elephant here at Elephant Sanctuary Brazil is unique and, when we stop to look back, the work that each individual has done to heal is awe-inspiring. Elephants are remarkable in their power to overcome past challenges and understand the opportunities their new lives hold for them.…...

Sanctuary Memories: Moments of Light

July 1, 2021

As part of our monthly Sanctuary Memory Series, we are sharing some thoughts from Scott about the feeling that elephants communicate – knowingly or unknowingly – when they arrive at sanctuary. Scott and Kat believe that they are the lucky residents of Elephant Sanctuary Brazil, because they get to witness…...

Sanctuary Memories: Guida’s Connection to Sanctuary

June 1, 2021

Each animal that comes to Elephant Sanctuary Brazil becomes part of our lives and yours. We feel lucky to be part of each individual’s healing journey and many of us can relate to some of their challenges and victories. The emotions that surround them create a connection that we can’t…...

We Never Pictured Guida Not Here

September 9, 2019

Sweet Guida. I won’t lie, seeing her photos still hurts my heart. Although we can think and talk about her and smile, I guess we’re a little like Maia. We’re just not there yet. If I am searching through my phone for a different photo and pass by one of…...

Bath Time with Guida

June 18, 2019

Bath time with Guida She, like most elephants, loves to splash and play, but really loves fresh water behind the ears. Not only is it cooling, but you will see many elephants put their ears forward so they can catch the water that collects and runs down the groove between…...