Can donkeys be trained?
• Miniature donkeys are easily trained to pull a cart, pack, show, and small children can ride them as well. • Can I have just one? • No! Donkeys are very social, develop strong bonds and should never live a life of solitude. A pair is best, but a horse or pony my also work well. • Do Donkeys wear shoes? • Donkeys have very strong hooves, and do not need shoes, but must have their fast growing hooves trimmed about every 6 – 8 weeks. • What is worming? • Donkeys need to be given a dewormer every 6 – 8 weeks to keep parasite free. Parasites can cause some serious health problems. • Do donkeys need shots? • Donkeys should be vaccinated yearly or as often as indicated for Rabies, flu, Rhino, encephalitis and tetanus. Foals get a series of shots and then begin on the yearly schedule. Some areas require other vaccines in addition to the above. • How often and what feed is recommended? • A donkey should have a good, clean, quality hay, grain, mineral salt, and fresh, clean water at least twic
