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Kammoon once begged on the streets and was made to perform for tourists. Now in her 60s, she spends her days relaxing at Somboon Sanctuary - but she still needs ongoing dedicated support to enjoy a peaceful retirement.
Will you help care for Kammoon?
Age: Early 60s
Appearance: Short, cute and a little dumpy with a long trunk and wide ears
Personality: Independent, brave, and a little bit mischievous
Best friend: Malee, her loyal foraging partner
Home: Somboon Legacy Foundation, Kanchanaburi, Thailand
When rescued from a hard life begging in the streets by a kind owner, her life improved, but she was later moved to a tourist attraction where she was once again forced to perform for visitors. Separated from her friends, Kammoon was made to beg for bananas and pose for photos with crowds of strangers.
Eventually, her owner made the compassionate choice to move her to the Somboon Legacy Foundation, peaceful sanctuary by the River Kwai. There, Kammoon finally found safety and space.
At first, she was cautious and withdrawn. But over time, she settled into sanctuary life. Now in her 60s, Kammoon is enjoying retirement with her best friend Malee by her side. She’s known for her strong opinions, especially around food – often helping herself to bamboo shoots when no one’s looking! Though her legs are weaker now and her digestion more sensitive, her mahouts prepare special blended meals to keep her healthy and comfortable.
By adopting Kammoon, you’ll help her live the rest of her life in peace – cared for, respected, and free from harm.
Kammoon’s working days are over, but she still needs dedicated care to stay healthy and happy.
By adopting Kammoon, you’ll help provide essential food, enrichment, veterinary care and support as she grows older. You’ll also be supporting sanctuaries like Somboon that offer true refuge for elephants rescued from abuse.
And your support goes beyond Kammoon. As part of our global movement, you’ll help protect wild animals everywhere – by ending exploitation and creating a world where animals are protected and free to live the natural lives they deserve.
Adopt Kammoon today and help give her the peaceful retirement she’s earned.
When you adopt Kammoon, you’ll receive a special welcome pack – a heartfelt thank you and a way to feel truly connected to her new life at the sanctuary.
You’ll also receive regular email updates with stories from Somboon, so you can follow Kammoon’s journey and see how your support is helping change her life – and the lives of animals around the world.
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