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A Chinese blogger working in Gabon, Africa, has recently gained attention on Xiaohongshu (Little Red Book) for her videos documenting daily interactions with a donkey she affectionately cares for. The donkey, originally purchased for consumption, avoided slaughter due to local customs prohibiting the killing of a second donkey after the first was slaughtered. Since then, the animal has become a unique companion at the blogger's workplace.
Nicknamed "Little Donkey," the animal has a mix of stubbornness and endearing charm. It eagerly approaches the blogger's office window for treats like buns and biscuits and brays excitedly whenever it spots her from afar. The blogger shares moments of the donkey following her closely, seemingly seeking more attention and playtime.
However, tragedy struck when other workers at the site harmed the donkey. Local workers injured its nose, and one of the blogger's Chinese coworkers, reportedly annoyed by its braying at night, attacked it with a hoe, leaving a deep wound on its back. This act of cruelty has drawn widespread condemnation from netizens, with many expressing heartbreak over the donkey’s suffering.
The blogger has since been struggling to protect and treat the injured animal. Veterinary care in the area has proven inefficient, with days passing before a vet arrived, only to leave the wound untreated. While the donkey now resides in a newly built shelter and receives food mixed with anti-inflammatory medication, its condition remains dire - it has lost its appetite and moans in pain.
The blogger has stocked up on carrots and other treats, hoping to nurse it back to health. However, the future remains uncertain. Many netizens have suggested bringing the donkey back to China, with some offering to house it on local farms. Yet, logistical challenges and financial constraints make such an endeavor nearly impossible for the blogger.
Criticism of the coworker who attacked the donkey has been harsh, with some netizens labeling him "heartless" after he reportedly declared on WeChat that he still has opportunities to "kill and eat" the animal. While the blogger's employer has pledged full support for the donkey's treatment, it also emphasized prioritizing people over animals, leaving questions about the donkey’s long-term safety unanswered.
Netizens continue to follow the story closely, offering advice, emotional support, and resources. As one commenter poignantly wrote, “The donkey might be foolish, but cruelty to an innocent animal reveals the true foolishness in humanity.”
