So you want to own a donkey of your very own? Donkeys are amazing animals with intelligence, charm, and beauty. But are they for YOU? Donkeys are very different than horses and other livestock. It is very important to research on your own, as well as contact a donkey knowledgeable vet before buying or adopting or rescuing a donkey. Every animal is an individual with individual needs, and therefore must be assessed on a case by case basis. These are the biggest mistakes I see on a daily…

HIking with donkeys is an enjoyable activity with many benefits other than just exercise. Bond, train, desensitize all at the same time!

Halter training a wild donkey takes time and patience. In addition to gaining the trust of your donkey, you need to show them that the halter isn't scary either. Here are some tips for successfully halter training your wild donkey.

Before you begin training a donkey you need to have the right mindset for your self to help with training success. This is donkey training 101

The ultimate donkey resource list to help you be successful with your donkey!

Owning a donkey can be a truly rewarding experience for farm owners. Donkeys are not always the easiest farm animals to deal with and anyone that plans on getting one should first weigh the pros and cons of owning a donkey. Most farm owners love having a donkey or donkeys on the farm, however, it is not always sunshine and rainbows. Here are the pros and cons of owning a donkey. #list #kong #drawing #cute #helpfulhorsehints

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A beast of burden is a domesticated animal that is trained to carry people or goods. Some of the most unusual beasts of burden...

Donkeys and mules are also very loyal and tend to bond strongly with their special people. This makes the necessity to build good communication that much more important. Good communication is the foundation of bonding and of good training. Read on to learn more on how to train a donkey or a mule.