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We talk about owning and caring for your precious farm animals. Donkeys and horses are our favorites, but we often share tips on other farm animals too. Don't forget to check out our latest blog posts below.

Latest Blog Posts

do horses recognize their owners

That dramatic scene in movies where the owner reunites with their animal must have always put you on edge and on the …

why do horses bob their heads

Horses bobbing or nodding their heads have different meanings. It ranges from a signal of showing excitement or happiness to signs of …

can-you-ride-donkeys

Donkeys are popular farm animals, loved by many farm keepers as pets and companions and as help around the farm. Due to …

how many goats per acre

People often opt for goats as the apt livestock choice for their small farms. But it is critical to understand how many …

how long do donkeys live

How long do donkeys live? This is a common question among many beginners who are planning to get their first donkey. The …

donkeys in spain

Did you know that there are seven main breeds of donkeys in Spain? But what is more alarming is that they are …

do-donkeys-laugh

Do donkeys laugh? Interesting question, isn’t it? The hee-haw sound or “bray” that resembles a laugh is how donkeys react to most …

what does a donkey eat

Donkeys are herbivorous animals and they are used to eating grass, herbs, and other plants in the wild. Whereas domesticated donkeys mostly …

Popular Blog Posts

How-Cold-is-Too-Cold-for-a-Donkey

Research by Dr. Leanne Proops and Dr. Britta Osthaus from the University of Portsmouth and Canterbury Christ Church University, respectively, revealed that …

Are-Donkeys-Dangerous-to-Dogs

Donkeys are strong animals who have quite a powerful kick when they want to use it. Unprovoked, donkeys are usually peaceful animals, …

Can Donkeys and Goats Live Together

If you want to own farm animals, you likely want to own more than one. However, the animals you own must be …

How to Get Rid of Flies on your Donkey

Picture yourself strolling through your field enjoying the light summer breeze and sunshine. But as you continue walking and get closer to …

Why do donkeys roll in dust

Have you ever seen a donkey rolling in dry dirt? It looks like they are taking a bath in the dust. But …

What is the Best Bedding for Donkeys

When donkeys are in their barn or shelter, they require some form of bedding to help protect their joints from the hard …

How Much Does It Cost to Castrate a Donkey

When you first bring home your new donkey, what do you need to do? Besides getting your donkey set up in its …

how fast can a donkey run

A healthy donkey is capable of traveling quickly and carrying way more on its back than a human ever could, but just …

About Donkey on Farm

Donkey on Farm is an attempt to provide quality information on owning farm animals, taking care of them and providing them a healthy and happy life.

Our content is prepared and reviewed by experts in the industry and are often backed by popular research. We always try to bring the best information in an easy to consume manner for our readers.

Although we started as a donkey blog, due to the feedback we received from our readers, we decided to expand our content to other farm animals as well. Most of our current articles are written around equine topics, however you can see more articles covering other farm animals on the website soon.

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