Pupy Has Access to the Yards!

Pupy now has access to the yards outside of the barn. We opened up the gates for her at 9 AM this morning. There are three different ways that she can leave when she chooses to do so. There are exits through the two treatment chutes and one at the end of a stall. At the moment, she’s decided to stay put. She will walk to the edge of the barn and stop without stepping onto the grass.

That’s part of the beauty of sanctuary. Just like when she took the time she needed last night to come out of her crate, she has the right to make the decision as to when she’ll step into the yard. We’re proud of how brave she’s being, taking herself out of her comfort zone and making progress hour by hour.

She had her first sanctuary treatment this morning. Pupy has an old pressure sore on her face, which can happen when elephants lie down on hard surfaces for long periods of time. Now that she has natural surfaces to rest on, we hope this can clear up. We also shifted her around a bit in the barn so that it could be cleaned. Now her space is sparkling clean. She seems relaxed and has a soft demeanor. Her caregivers are there for her but are also giving her room to explore the new space.

Comments(20)

Angeles says
April 19, 2025 at 2:51 pm

Yeahh!!!! Good Life Pupi ! Be free forever !!!! Brave African Girl you deserved!
Carol says
April 19, 2025 at 2:51 pm

I spent more than six hours waiting with bated breath yesterday…awaiting Pupy’s first steps on sanctuary ground. And, wouldn’t you know it? My husband held the phone while I was molding my meatballs and screamed SHE DID ITTTTTT!!! I screamed with frustration but sheer joy that she was finally “home”!!!!
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  VBK says
  April 21, 2025 at 10:06 am
  
  Puppy join your Family.
  God Bless You Puppy.
Elise Zoli says
April 19, 2025 at 2:54 pm

Just glorious — thank you so much!
elaine richard says
April 19, 2025 at 2:55 pm

So great. And how wonderful that from now on she’s able to walk on dirt and grass, as nature intended.
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  Bea Caviglia says
  April 19, 2025 at 11:12 pm
  
  What a beautiful moment! All these poor elephants have experienced pain since they were infants, separated from their moms, going through the cruel Phajaan for them to obey awful humans!
  So it doesn’t surprise me the time it took for her to gain the confidence she needed. So very happy for her! Many thanks to make this happen so Pupy (as the others) can live free, with dignity being loved and cared for. for the rest of their lives. 💖🐘
Cassie Raymond says
April 19, 2025 at 3:00 pm

Pupy is so cute!! Thank you for giving her this gift!! I wish all elephants could be so lucky.
Patricia says
April 19, 2025 at 3:09 pm

I love Pupy so much. And as time goes on, I am more and more beyond impressed by all of you humans involved in this project. So grateful! Longing for Kenya to come and I pray for a miracle for Tamy. Joyful Easter to every being at ESB.
Jillyp says
April 19, 2025 at 3:12 pm

It will be exciting to see dear Pupy begin to explore and get to know the sanctuary and gradually find her favourite spots, to just wander and spend time, under a tree, or in a bush! Wherever she chooses. It’s so so wonderful that she is finally out from that confinement.
She is utterly beautiful, what an emotional and expressive little face she has. I absolutely adore her.
Scott, your gentle voice is always a comfort and the wisdom you speak from your experience and understanding of the elephants is grounding and calming, just knowing they are getting the best possible care for their healing journey.
Thank God for you and Kat, and all the caregivers who understand eles.
Love you all 💜💜🐘🌱
Shelley Russell says
April 19, 2025 at 3:14 pm

It was wonderful watching the live feed of Pupy arriving and the crate doors opening and waiting and watching her wondering how long it would take her to feel confident enough to step out! 🥰
Karen says
April 19, 2025 at 3:16 pm

Another successful job, for another deserving sanctuary resident. She really is so cute. Pupy reminds of when we were at TES and at the African area, and suddenly Zula? came rushing out of the trees to say hi and you had all us all scramble back from the fence, but we saw her really close to us. There is something special about the energy of the African elephants. Looking forward to Pupy having many more friends join her as well.
Suzanne Eaton says
April 19, 2025 at 3:34 pm

Pupy is so very beautiful and seems transformed and it’s only day two. Love her gorgeous eyes. An amazing happy life lies before her. Thank you to all her caregivers and support people and followers for making this happen. ❤️❤️❤️🐘🐘
Joy says
April 19, 2025 at 3:51 pm

OH HAPPY DAY!!!
Andy says
April 19, 2025 at 5:33 pm

Beautiful dreamy moments are ahead for you Pupy
Belinda says
April 19, 2025 at 5:51 pm

Would like updates please. Thanks for all the work you do.
Rachel says
April 19, 2025 at 5:56 pm

Love, love, love this 🥹💕.
Jeanine says
April 19, 2025 at 6:02 pm

One hour at a time. We all love Pupy.
Barbara L Smith says
April 19, 2025 at 8:24 pm

Pupy, you have all that space just for elephants, to browse and stretch your legs. You are now living your best life.
Terry says
April 19, 2025 at 8:58 pm

I was able to watch ALL of it since I took my live feed everywhere I went yesterday! I watched the magical moment when she finally decided she was ready. 👏🎉

I so applaud all the people involved with this very BIG ” birthquake” for Pupy. I heard Scott’s emotion, and felt his happy tears.

I felt Kats joy when everyone arrived with this beautiful, precious, sweet soul. She gives off an aura of serenity. It’s all so beautiful! 😍 #BirthdayPupy #Serenity #AuraOfSerenity
Finn Jørgensen Lock says
April 20, 2025 at 5:50 pm

She is so calm. This has gone so well❤❤

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