Three Moon Bears Rescued from Vietnam’s Bear Bile Farming Epicentre After Years of Suffering

Animals Asia successfully rescued three female moon bears from bear bile farms in Phung Thuong, a region notorious for bear bile exploitation in Vietnam. One of the bears, who had endured 15 years of captivity, was first seen by Animals Asia's Founder and CEO and Born Free Foundation's Founder in 2010, sparking a determination to end bear bile farming. The bears were named Bloom, Sprout, and Bud upon arrival at Animals Asia's sanctuary in Bach Ma National Park, where they began a 30-day quarantine for physical and psychological care after years of suffering.

Through their continuous efforts, Animals Asia has rescued over 700 bears in Vietnam, working towards ending bear bile farming and preventing the Asiatic black bear's extinction. The emotional journey of the rescue underscores the importance of providing these bears with a life of safety, care, and choice, symbolizing the beginning of a new chapter in their lives free from exploitation and suffering.