Jacksie bounces back from health issues

Thankfully, Jacksie bounced back wonderfully after treatment and continues to enjoy life at our sanctuary in Liscarroll, Cork.

Farm Supervisor Ciara O’Hanlon says: “We first noticed the lump on Jackie’s left side during a grooming session in January. It was very small and hidden beneath his hair.

“After an examination and testing by our veterinary team, it was confirmed that the lump was a sarcoid, a type of skin tumour found in donkeys and horses.”

It became imperative to treat the lump as soon as possible to safeguard Jacksie’s health.

Ciara adds: “Cream was regularly applied to the lump and Jacksie received regular check-ups from the vet to see if there was a need for surgical intervention.

“Thankfully, the lump began to clear and was totally gone by early June.

“Jacksie continues to be the inquisitive donkey he’s always been and you’d have never known there was anything wrong with him!”

Find out more about our adoption scheme and become a special friend to Jacksie or any of our adorable adoption donkeys this Christmas.