The Caballos de Quilmes equine hospital, a vital institution in Argentina dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating abused horses, is facing closure due to the sale of the land it occupies. Founded by the NGO Libertad para los Caballos, the hospital not only provides critical medical care and shelter to horses, many of which come from abusive environments in Buenos Aires, but also serves as a practical training center for veterinary students from major universities. The hospital currently cares for 82 horses, with intensive daily treatment for many, relying heavily on volunteers and community support.

The sale of the property threatens this unique combination of animal welfare and veterinary education, prompting an urgent fundraiser aiming to raise $1.8 billion to purchase the land and secure the hospital’s future. Supported by public figures and animal rights organizations, the campaign highlights the broader importance of public veterinary hospitals in offering care to vulnerable animals, training future professionals, and promoting social responsibility. The Quilmes hospital exemplifies how education, assistance, and solidarity can come together to protect animal life and advance community health.