Hoof care is as vital to donkeys as their diet. It can even affect their overall well-being. So, how often do donkeys need their hooves trimmed? Experts advise that you have your donkeys’ hooves trimmed every once in 6-10 weeks. Since it is the hooves that take up the whole weight of the donkey and keeps them on their feet, it is vital that you give it the required care. Why Do Donkeys Need Their…
Donkeys, on average, have a lifespan between 27 to 40 years. As they live long, owning a donkey is a big commitment. An aspiring donkey owner should take into consideration the time, effort, money, and commitment involved in taking care of a donkey for such a long period. Now let’s go ahead and learn more about a donkey’s lifespan and how you can keep them longer with you as a loving companion. How Long Do…
The term ‘miniature donkey’ is quite obvious. You can guess it is some type of donkey that is small or mini when compared to other donkeys. In this article, we are going to look at what is a miniature donkey and what makes it different from other donkey breeds. What is a miniature donkey? Miniature donkeys are also known as Miniature Mediterranean Donkeys. They average 32-34” with a maximum height of 36”. They make great…
Being ready with a well-protected shelter is one of the basic requirements when it comes to getting a donkey for yourself. But your responsibility as a donkey owner does not just end there. Providing proper fencing for your donkeys, around the space they move, is equally important as creating a good shelter for them, since your donkeys are not going to be there in the shelter all the time. And finding the most suitable fencing…
Donkeys have remained one of the most reliable and age-old work and burden sharers for mankind. They are sort of an all-terrain animal compared to their close cousin – the horses. While people are fond of acquiring and caring for these jacks and jennies, it is vital to know the key signs of a healthy donkey. Here are seven quick signs to make sure your donkey is in fine fettle. 7 Signs of a healthy…
Owning an animal has its positives and negatives. The same goes when you choose a donkey to own. Their efficiency as guard animals and as excellent farm animals make them the perfect choice, especially if you are a farm owner. But there are more things to consider before taking the big step. Having an idea of the pros and cons involved will guide you to the best decision. So, let’s see some advantages and disadvantages…
Donkeys are popular farm animals, loved by many farm keepers as pets and companions and as help around the farm. Due to their proximity to the horse family, one question always makes its way into any conversation around them. Can you ride donkeys? The short answer is, ‘you can definitely ride donkeys.’ However, there are a few things one needs to consider before they can ride donkeys, such as weight, training, and the donkey’s health.…
Did you know that there are seven main breeds of donkeys in Spain? But what is more alarming is that they are facing serious issues regarding their population and that it is driving them to the edge of extinction. Donkeys, which used to have significant roles in the ancient ages, got their charms decreased with the rapid developments and technological advancements that the world embraced. The beasts of burden were prized possessions of the past.…
Remember the perpetually sad donkey named Eeyore from Winnie the Pooh? Anyone who has had donkeys on their farms will understand where Eeyore’s loneliness came from, which to be precise is a compulsive need for companionship. At first glance, donkeys appear to be highly stoic indifferent creatures, but they do like company. Donkeys like to mingle with themselves, other farm animals, and humans, and they do show affection in ways that are familiar to us…
Have you ever found yourself asking, how much does a donkey actually weigh? The weight of a donkey, based on its size, can vary anywhere between 200 to 1,300 pounds. Commonly, there are 3 different-sized donkeys in the United States. Miniature donkeys typically weigh somewhere between 200 and 400 pounds. Standard donkeys weigh anywhere from 400 to 900 pounds. Mammoth donkeys, the largest in the U.S., typically weigh 900 to 1,300 pounds. Why is it…
