Potgieter said Arthur was recovering well since the incident‚ which took place on May 20 at the Kruger National Park.
“He is jumping and playing around so it shows he is getting better. It’s a process though‚” she said.
Wound dressings and medical supplies have poured in from BSN‚ Ligamed‚ Electrospyres‚ Acetily‚ Umzinzi Health and Safarnex.
“We thank these companies. Surplus stock can now be used to assist rhinos in various sanctuaries throughout South Africa. Calls for assistance have been received as far afield as Namibia‚” the Gift of the Givers said.
Potgieter said the perpetrators were since apprehended.
Those wanting to support the project and those requiring assistance for traumatised rhinos can contact Potgieter on 0767853437.