Donkey care

Donkey being groomed in farm yard

Donkey care

Whether you are a professional, an owner or a donkey lover, find out more about donkeys and how to care for them properly with our essential advice on donkey care.

Our essential advice on donkey care

The Donkey Sanctuary has a large collection of advice and information for donkey owners and veterinary professionals.

Care and advice

If you are a donkey owner and need more knowledge and advice on how to care for your animals, we can help you.

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When it comes to improving donkey welfare, we are facing some serious challenges. Learn more about how we can offer support and advice to donkey and mule owners.

From feeding to farrier work, find out everything you need to know about keeping donkeys fit and well.

From research projects to workshops and published books, our expertise and resources help animal welfare professionals to care for donkeys and mules.

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Training courses

The Donkey Sanctuary has a wealth of experience in the care and management of donkeys. Our training courses are one way we can share that experience with anyone interested in donkeys.

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Donkey with welfare adviser.

Donkey welfare crisis

Learn about the donkey welfare crisis in Ireland and how we’re working to make a postive difference for more donkeys.

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Group of wet and cold donkeys

Report a welfare concern

The Donkey Sanctuary has a dedicated team of staff throughout the UK, Ireland and Europe who investigate reports of cruelty to or neglect of donkeys.

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Brown the foal living alone before he was rescued.