Training a donkey relies upon showing him or her, by words and action, that they can trust you to protect them from harm. It is difficult to force or frighten a donkey into doing something it sees as contrary to its own best interest or safety.ĭonkeys are more independent in their thinking than horses and will reason, then make decisions based on their safety. Donkeys are in fact a highly intelligent animal despite popular misconception.Ī donkey is stronger than a horse of the same size.ĭonkeys have an incredible memory – they can recognise areas and other donkeys they were with up to 25 years ago.ĭonkeys are not easily startled (unlike horses) and have a keen sense of curiosity.ĭonkeys have a reputation for stubbornness but this is due to their highly developed sense of self preservation. Donkeys are much more of an all terrain animal than horses.
In many countries of the world, and in many situations, they are used as the preferred mode of transport. And do not forget – Habitat for Horses has the perfect donkey for you!Ĭheck out some of our donkeys and minis online at:įor thousands of years donkeys have been the ‘helping hooves’ of humankind – they are the original beasts of burden. I have not verified the facts but most look right to me. Below are some facts about donkeys from a UK site on donkeys. Donkeys make great companion animals – they are social and protective. They are smart, funny and can tell the truth about a person (or so I feel). Recently Smokey Culver has been sharing some wonderful pictures out at our Hitchcock, Texas ranch on Facebook, including a picture of two of our fabulous donkeys: Sunday and Joseph.
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