The abandonment of a newborn lamb in a dumpster in Santa Gertrudis has unleashed a wave of indignation and solidarity in Ibiza. The animal, which has malformations in the head and muzzle, was found by a neighbor, who did not hesitate to ask for help through social networks.
The story has taken a hopeful turn: the lamb has been adopted by a family with experience in caring for animals with disabilities.
An unexpected rescue
It all happened when a resident of the island heard a plaintive sound that, at first, she mistook for the meowing of a cat trapped in a dumpster. However, when she searched through the garbage bags, she discovered that the source of the cry was a newborn lamb with obvious malformations. Without thinking twice, she rescued it and took it home, where she provided it with food and warmth while she looked for help.
The animal arrived covered in dirt and in an uncertain state of health. However, after receiving a warm bath and bottle feeding, he began to recover. “At first he was weak and his fleece was full of dust, but in a short time his color changed and he began to react,” explained his rescuer in a message posted on social networks.
Solidarity and a new opportunity
The case of the lamb generated a great mobilization in networks, with dozens of people offering help, from donations for veterinary treatment to the search for a permanent home. Among those who provided support was the animal rescue association Can Hog, which echoed the case and helped in the search for a family that could take care of the animal in the long term.
Finally, the lamb’s rescuer managed to contact a couple who specialize in caring for animals with disabilities. “They live on a large plot of land, with proper facilities, and fell in love with the little guy as soon as they saw him,” she explained in a publication. “I am happy to share that he has found a home where he will be loved and cared for as he deserves.”
A hopeful ending
Although his health condition is still delicate, the little lamb has already been examined by a veterinarian and is receiving the necessary care. His new family is confident that, with proper care, he will be able to move forward and enjoy a dignified life.
The case has awakened a deep reflection in the community about animal abuse and neglect, but it has also demonstrated the power of solidarity. What began as a heartbreaking story has had a hopeful outcome, thanks to the quick action of people committed to animal welfare in Ibiza.
