Three elephants share some fresh bamboo for breakfast at Sappraiwan sanctuary in Thailand

WATCH: Rescued Thai elephants enjoy their sanctuary morning routine

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Come and see a special inside look at how the elephants of Sappraiwan sanctuary spend their mornings – all thanks to you.

Image: Three elephants share some fresh bamboo for breakfast at Sappraiwan sanctuary in Thailand. Credit: World Animal Protection / Adam Oswell

The sun has just started to rise over Sappraiwan sanctuary in Thailand, and the elephants are already on the move!

Some of them like to take a little walk together first, while others prefer to begin their beauty routines early with a refreshing dust bath.

Watch the video to see how the elephants of Sappraiwan start their day:

Thanks to you, these elephants have found peace and safety at Sappraiwan after suffering a lifetime of cruelty in the entertainment and logging industries. Though some of them still sadly carry injuries from the abuse they endured, they now have a safe haven where they can rest and recover.

Thank you for giving these magnificent elephants safe and happy homes for the rest of their lives.

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