Saving Moo Moo

On Walks Road in Spanish Town, Jamaica, a cow known as Moo Moo lies injured on the roadside, a sight that has become familiar to motorists near Crescent Primary School. For over a week, community members have rallied to care for the animal, which was injured in a hit-and-run accident more than a week ago. Police officers have been seen feeding Moo Moo grass and offering water, while residents watch over her. The cow remains largely immobile, with her legs tucked beneath her, seemingly protecting them from further harm.

Constables Dwight Lewis and Leighton Taylor, from the Spanish Town Traffic Division, discovered Moo Moo during a routine patrol and stopped to assist. They noted that the cow is believed to be pregnant, adding to the concern for her well-being. The owner of the animal has not come forward, and the accident has not been reported to the authorities.

Gabriel Hamilton, a registered nurse and animal lover, became concerned after noticing Moo Moo's immobility about a week prior. After inquiring with locals and confirming the cow's injuries, a damaged front right leg and bleeding in the abdominal area, Hamilton contacted various animal welfare organizations, including Hope Zoo and the Jamaica Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (JSPCA), as well as a veterinarian friend. However, with no professional assistance arriving, Hamilton and other community members committed to Moo Moo's care. Hamilton has entrusted Nicholas Thomas, a community member, to be Moo Moo's primary caregiver, promising to compensate him for his efforts to keep the cow alive.

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I came into the community, and I was asking around. People were not sure whose animal it is. I got closer to her, and I realised that her front right leg was injured, and I saw some blood in her abdominal area as well. The members of the community also told me that she’s pregnant, and I was like, ‘No, this cannot be’.