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Scott and Sandro: Preparing for the Trip Home

September 16, 2026

Scott and team are in Sorocaba and preparing to leave with Sandro for sanctuary today! The crane and truck are ready, and Sandro’s caregivers are preparing fresh grass for him. There is a protest taking place, but the team has security and police on-site to help keep things as calm as possible. Unfortunately, some local politicians are using Sandro to promote their agendas. Through it all, Sandro is doing exceptionally well and has been going in and out of his crate without any concern. Soon, the team hopes to be on the road!

P.S.: You can be a part of Sandro’s journey by supporting his rescue. Get to know more about him and give toward his new path home HERE.

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Comments(12)

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    Lynne Russert says
    September 16, 2026 at 12:56 pm

    Exciting!! Have a safe trip. Sandro, you’re coming home. May God allow you to enjoy many years in your new life!!!

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    Pauline Forbes says
    September 16, 2026 at 12:56 pm

    Thank you, Scott! Sandro, the best is yet to come, old boy! 💕💕💕

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    Ada says
    September 16, 2026 at 1:11 pm

    I’m so sorry there are ignorant, disgusting people who yes, for the most part, are just using Sandro for clicks. They don’t care about him and they know it! Please stay safe and we’ll be following Sandro’s journey home🥰

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    Wim says
    September 16, 2026 at 2:10 pm

    Please take care, Scott. Safe voyage home to Sandro and all of you. Very painful for Sandro’s getting unnecessary extra stress.

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    Doe Chappo-Fowler says
    September 16, 2026 at 2:27 pm

    Safe travels Team Sandro!!’ Excellent job all focusing on the positive and blocking out the noise. Angels surrounding you!! Blessings, light and love! Yeah Sandro! 🦣💖🦋

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    Elizabeth says
    September 16, 2026 at 2:52 pm

    Wow- politicians must be bad everywhere!

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    Sue says
    September 16, 2026 at 2:58 pm

    Excited as always to get to follow along and observe the next step in the journey for Sandro and everyone at ESB. Sending lots of love and prayers!! ❤️🐘❤️

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    Suzanne Eaton says
    September 16, 2026 at 3:01 pm

    Stay safe everyone. Can’t get out of there soon enough.

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    Syd and Diane Marcus says
    September 16, 2026 at 6:50 pm

    Sending Love from Chicago. Have a safe trip.

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    Diane Kastel says
    September 16, 2026 at 7:30 pm

    So very relieved and happy that you have military police, private security, and personal guards to protect you from these maniacs!

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    Bonnie says
    September 17, 2026 at 3:39 am

    Sara tell Scott we’re dealing with that politics stuff here in the United states it’s Shameful anyway are they on the road yet Sandro is going to be happy lots of space and trees and lots of grass are you all ready for him on your end

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      Sara says
      September 17, 2026 at 11:36 am

      Everyone at the sanctuary is ready and excited for Sandro to arrive.

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