A donkey is stronger than a horse of the same size.
Donkey’s can see all four feet at the same time.
Donkey’s can vary wildly in size, fro, 26″ to 68″ tall.
A donkey’s bray can carry up to 60 miles in the desert.
Donkey’s have an incredibly efficient digestive system, using 95% of what they eat.
Donkey’s don’t like to be in the rain for long periods of time because their hair isn’t waterproof.
Donkey’s have been used as draft animals for at least 5000 years and they are still a lifeline for families in parts of Europe, Asia, Africa and South America.
Healthy donkeys can live into their 50’s.
A blind donkey often bonds with a sighted donkey who will act as a guide.
Donkey’s can have a calming influence on other animals
Donkey’s are highly intelligent with a keen sense of curiosity.
Donkey’s are not stubborn but can be reluctant to do anything that could be dangerous, they think things through before deciding what to do.
Donkey’s are extremely agile and can traverse difficult terrain.
Donkey’s are very social and form strong bonds
Donkey’s are different from horses in their physiology, communication, thinking and behavior.
Donkey’s require a different sedation regimen than do horses of the same size.
