Are donkeys the right animal for you?

Please join us on another of our videos to learn if donkeys are the right fit for you and your life-style.

[@lauradietrich6736]

Thanks for mentioning dog safety. A lot of people don’t realize that horses and donkeys can view dogs as predators. My horse became dog-aggressive after being bitten in the face by a dog. As a result, he would try to lunge at, bite, and strike dogs that got too close to him. I had to explain to more than a few people that, while their dog might be friendly, my horse was not.

[@kekoa1843]

Excellent - and very *helpful* - advice! Loving donkeys doesn’t equate to being *ABLE* to take care of them. Because I love donkeys, I’d never own a couple - I don’t have the ability to properly take care of them. Wonderful creatures!

[@miguelraymond6518]

instablaster.

[@natscat210]

I couldn’t agree more. This young professional deserves another 100,000 followers. Excellent. I learned so much.

[@laurentead65]

I would love too rescue one. I have the facilities but my health isn't good enough to care for one. The last auction I attended 20 years ago had a dozen grand canyon donkeys for $25 a piece. One beautiful soul had lost his ears to frostbite. I've never forgotten or gotten over him. I never went to another auction because of him. Beautiful creatures.

[@maryhieronymusoleary7461]

I will never have a donkey of my own 😭. I need a donkey rescue close to me so I can volunteer and get my donkey fix

[@lindareynolds659]

I’m the same 😢😢😢

[@dona62851]

As an apartment dweller thank you for sharing your donkey

[@jonathandale7157]

I had 2 donkeys;a mother & daughter. They were hands down the sweetest,most intelligent animals ive ever owned! We had 3 horses,and they loved the horses,but really had the best time with eachother. Playful,loyal,protective & laid back,they even figured out how to open locks,gates ;analytical & sure footed. Cant say enough nice things about them!

[@marie-christinemontegu9503]

Ce sont de merveilleux Êtres extrêmement intelligents et d’une infinie douceur 🥰 . Les gens devraient béa plus les découvrir et et les connaître vraiment 💖💖💖💖

[@tripacer8259]

A very cool experience!

[@mindysr]

I would love to have donkeys - they are amazing. I am 67 and could never keep up with the physical demands, but one can dream.

[@LRyan-li9wr]

Excellent advice. Donkeys thrive when they have another donkey "friend".

[@danilomaresias]

Thank you for being a great human for these animals. I love it, and I would love to visit.

[@LonghopesDonkeyShelter]

Thank you so much!!

[@danilomaresias]

@@LonghopesDonkeyShelter I will donate

[@oscarmiranda4399]

Nunca había escuchado a nadie hablar de las necesidades de los burros para su bienestar y felicidad. Yo quería uno pero me doy cuenta de que no le puedo dar todo lo que necesita. Eso me pone triste pero a la vez contento porque se que no le hare daño a ninguno y porque ahora se que lo que debo conseguir para darle lo mejor a un par de ellos. Muchas gracias por tu generosidad y bondad. ____________________ He had never heard anyone talk about the needs of donkeys for their well-being and happiness. I wanted one but I realize that I can't give him everything he needs. That makes me sad but at the same time happy because I know that I will not harm anyone and because now I know what I must achieve to give the best to a couple of them. Thank you very much for your generosity and kindness.

[@LonghopesDonkeyShelter]

Thank you so very much! Muchísimas gracias por su comentario!

[@tammypope11]

I have 6 forever donkeys. I think ya'll are doing a wonderful job. I would like to add what I did for the last thing talked about in the video. I replaced all exterior fencing with wire that a dog can not come through. 3 of my Jack's are very aggressive towards k-9s and many years ago had a close call when a neighbors dog got out. The dog was friendly coming to me in the paddock ,my Jack's spotted the dog before I did and took out after the dog. Lucky for the dog the the donkeys stopped when I ask. But none where happy when I grabbed the dog by the collar and began leading him out the paddock. The dog knew me well, and was seeking attention. Not an issues that I worry about now.

[@patsyspry6248]

DONKEYS are the sweetest, most precious of creatures!! I 💓Love, 💓Love, 💓Love DONKEYS!!!!

[@katerTONY1]

Donkeys are so wonderfull! I remember a short video where a girl calls her donkeys name and from far you hear it shouting and then from far away the donkey appears running and shouting in satisfaction to see the girl again. Same like a dog seeing his owner after some time. And the joy screams when the donkey then fell into her arms was so cute.

[@billybobbocephus2177]

One day I hope to rescue two, or three, or four, or more donkeys. They are so affectionate, sociable and smart. And just like my lifelong commitment I made to my horses, they will always have a forever home with me. Ps- Thank you for the very informative video!!!

[@gustavoaureliano15]

I’ll definitely never own a donkey but I feel super informed on these cute thicc bois:)

[@ginny1068]

Gosh there is nothing sweeter than these donkeys! Just beautiful and such a loving rescue. Such great info and advice too :)

[@Jonnieboard]

Well, If I wasn't often away I'd love a pair. I think these are splendid critters. Also, this is a very complete and logical presentation. You're doing what you were meant for. Thanks!

[@filmfan31416]

Fabulous video, Victoria. Lots of valuable content. Well-designed, good pacing. It's admirable how much love and respect you show for your donkey co-star in this video. One of the best donkey-related videos I have found on youtube. I live in Fort Morgan. Hope to visit Longhopes this summer. Best wishes to all the staff and donkeys at Longhopes.

[@LonghopesDonkeyShelter]

Let us know when you’d like to visit!!

[@pueblocolorado3558]

We love Longhopes good job!

[@benbrown8258]

excellent video!!! I've been asked to be the guardian of two donkeys and told it won't require much from me. They live 30 minutes away and I would be responsible for their training. Your highlighting the responsibility and their dependence upon the caretaker could not be overemphasized.

[@ceciliacastaneda4273]

Thank you for the insight. Loved your video

[@NoraKeys]

Great Video and awesome information! Unfortunately I was wrong about everything I thought I knew about donkeys!

[@cherokeefit4248]

Having a mini donkey would be so much fun. It must be hard at times though.

[@animangle8479]

I was lucky with mine, he's good boy young foal, micro mini

[@littlebrookreader949]

❤️❤️❤️ How I wish that I could! I’ll just keep watching.

[@donnaviestenz7773]

I can't afford to own a donkey but I would love them, give them treats, and groom them!!!

[@joeblow4938]

This lady seems to know stuff about donkeys. If I had a farm I would have several donkeys.These are such beautiful animals.

[@vickys6674]

Love this!

[@nevencuca1680]

Wow this thing with sleep totally makes sense. As we got our first donkey he brayed all night. I was like when do you sleep dude. Later as he got Jenny he got more quiet

[@bonniebarton6750]

Such an informative video

[@chrisretired5379]

Thank You for the awesome video, and for the sincere love for them all. A Beautiful woman 💝

[@theodoreshasta7846]

Lovely, informative video. While my circumstances are such that having a couple of donkeys is out of the question, I learned a great deal about these intelligent, sensitive animals. Thank you!

[@tinygoat2531]

This is the most donkey rubs I ever seen great vid

[@willieboy8798]

that was one of the best .....fit videos i have seen! donkeys can be the worst and the best animals to have ours were great. we would walk down to the creek and they just followed and ate for a time the three never left each other until it was work time all they did was pull kids in a cart and on a sled. we never rode them. good job

[@Golfgtiguy]

Sweet animals .Great video .

[@lifeofjoy9404]

GREAT VIDEO!! More info about longears than I've found anywhere else. Thank you!!!

[@RichieD_21]

You seem like such a sweetheart. Even though I live in an apartment in NYC and will not be getting a donkey anytime in the near future lol, but I still enjoyed watching this video and your soft soothing voice left me so relaxed and instantly put me in a better mood after my stress filled day of work. What I would give to trade in my fast paced city lifestyle and move to a location like yours on a property with acres of land and a bunch of domesticated animals like you have. That is the lifestyle I envy! Such a great video, keep up the good work and never let that peace and loving spirit of yours wither. You are amazing 👏

[@juicystag205]

these donkeys are chill af

[@terywetherlow7970]

Donkey lover.....subbed. Love your info. Tee in New Mexico❤

[@truthbetold6942]

Thank you so much for this! I have horses, and I want to rescue a couple of donkeys. This information will help me make them very happy!

[@mindmyown1]

All of my questions were answered within minutes. Thank u for this.

[@vipleather]

We have owned a donkey for 5 years. We love him and looking for a partner for him soon. See you soon. Pagosa springs.

[@michelecaron]

Can I get rid of neighbors and keep donkeys? Asking for a friend.

[@joerowland7350]

We think the same way I got 30tons chicken poop 2 week of July the drug dealer across the street that like beat up young Moved OUT 🐂🐝🐐🐕

[@Brittany-fc4lh]

Thanks for the great advice!

[@oswaldo555]

Great video! Lots of good info. Thank you!

[@blueeyessiamese]

Wow, Your donkeys are very healthy and clean w good coats. There is obvious love between you both ways. Great info on owner responsibilities.

[@nmp290765]

I wish i could have one, ive been fascinated by donkeys ever since i saw the movie Au hasard Balthazar. They look like soulful creatures

[@hhlagen]

Thank you for the info. There are so many donkeys in my area for sale. I was thinking about getting 1 for my horse to have a companion. Now I know that could turn out not right for either of us.

[@tramany7]

Aaaaw he’s so beautiful🥰

[@Hrcak1]

I had donkey as a kid, love them.

[@richardbrown5670]

They always seem to be smiling.

[@tronman32]

They always seem like there in pain

[@junyah4152]

@@tronman32 ?

[@chatty_cathie6391]

Enjoyed the video. Very informative.

[@TheIriepunisher]

Thank you for this Video! I feel much more informed to the subject if Donkeys'

[@sandralarson-gonzales3797]

I can’t believe they love 50 years!

[@aprilstar3572]

Very , very informative, Thank you

[@DelightLovesMovies]

They are so beautiful.

[@jillmclean5804]

Thank You, this video is a real service to donkeys.

[@van604media7]

These guys are a lot of work we have 2 Taco and Poncho, I appreciate your work!! New sub

[@liangguo9012]

Wonderful creatures!

[@marthahines1979]

Great info!

[@ultimatesoccershow]

Wow I know a ton more about Donkey care due to some great knowledge & common sense. TOP DRAW VIDEO!!!!! Thanks for teaching me so much!

[@melchezi8818]

Great vid.

[@MyCrzyVizsla]

In regards to the droppings, how do you handle the manure and disposal?

[@madelinechandler4226]

Thank you

[@donnas1802]

This is such a great video❤️❤️

[@FITZIEBLUE]

super tutorial ! thanks for telling it like it is; they are adorable but not a backyard pet.

[@lawoftheuniverse8089]

I Love Donkeys...I Wish I Had One... :)

[@personalfunfest]

thiiiicccc 🔥 🔥 🔥

[@czernya307]

Great advice. I'm buying a horse property with 13 acres and looking forward to rescuing a couple of donkeys.

[@extramile150]

I also will never own a donkey, but they are wonderful animals and don't let that look on their faces lead you to believe they aren't that smart. They are very smart and love attention.

[@grumpyg9350]

Good stuff👍👍👍👍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤️

[@blunderingfool]

What was all that head-gear the one fella was wearing?

[@NeuWRLD]

Do they need to be the same type of donkey (miniature, mammoth, etc.) ?

[@LonghopesDonkeyShelter]

Great question! They often prefer the same size they are so that they can practice grooming behavior 💕

[@ogi7220]

Can dogs distinguish between a fellow dog friend and a coyote? If so, how do you establish that? Must the donkey be raised with a dog for it to feel comfortable with one? Thanks!

[@eaglelight108]

I need a donkey farrier but none are available. How can I instruct my horse farrier to trim a donkey?

[@Omsconti]

Hi there- does anyone know what the big pink bottle brush looking thing is? and what its used for?

[@kristinetrott5087]

That is a self-grooming/scratching/rubbing post for their pleasure.

[@sherryd3299]

Very educational. I learned a lot. Before you get a donkey watch this video. I knew that they create life long friendships with other donkeys and humans. They are upset if they aren't with that companion for quite a while each day.

[@susanwilson1230]

Very good video.

[@jamiehershon]

How much can one expect to pay a year for a donkey? Whenever I sell stuff on Ebay, I give a % to your shelter.

[@ChubbyUnicorn]

Sound advice.

[@Applecider-Poetry]

donkeys also stay on key if you play musical long tones around them and give them a chance to hear the note long enough and if it is in their range. try it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! they might like it.

[@pibly7784]

Good video. 👍

[@preguntaleafernandez7676]

🙌🙌

[@ceddicguppy6627]

Ses vraiment pratique un ane ses fort et ses bon pour proteger le troupeau et aussi se sont des animaux très intelligent et Doux

[@MashAllahMari]

The music scared me lol

[@user-rx9ur5iw1b]

Cute donkey

[@rapture1014]

In morroco we use donkeys to carry stuff in the mountains I have 5 I take care of them they are like humans and super smart

[@dickdastardly5534]

These Donkeys are gorgeous and I would be very happy to cared for by this very pretty young lady she is gorgeous too ❤️

[@martinfoster5163]

I've been offered a donkey in exchange for a motorcycle I'm not using. I live in the mountains of Mongolia and my wife and I own about 2 acres of unfenced land bordered by common land. It's grassy, rocky and forested on northern slopes. I'm 60 and currently healthy and strong. We've considered getting a couple of horses which are cheap to buy but donkeys are rare in Mongolia. In fact, there were just 3 in our region and 2 were hit by cars and killed because they lived in a village and just roamed the roads. We are far from roads and think it would be nicer for the donkey on a mountain side. However, we have dogs and they are territorial. They dislike horses (the herds that roam) but they haven't attacked them. I would love to "rescue" the donkey but I don't think we have a suitable spot. Our fencing situation is almost impossible because of the hilly and rocky land. The dogs might not accept or be accepted. It's a tough one because my empathy says yes but my logic says no.

[@jujujumbie6383]

That lady is stunning❤❤❤dream woman

[@jr4062]

Nice video. QUESTION: why was one of your donkeys eyes and ears covered?

[@victoriaschroeder9175]

👍👍

[@AxionSmurf]

9:44 What a lucky donkey.

[@tjasagustin3342]

I have had practise with donkeys, privately as also in businesses.

[@jbn7971]

I have a question, I have a mini donkey living by himself because his brother died ( don't know how ) about 5 years ago. I have goats but I don't feel comfortable with him being with them . Could i put any other mini donkeys or standards with him

[@suchgreatheights8841]

A lotta people wishin they were that donkey now, but in all seriousness; awesome video for creating awareness that donkeys are herd animals

[@marie-christinemontegu9503]

Je les aime immensément ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@victoriaschroeder7329]

💜💜

[@gigid9606]

what would be a reason for braying in the middle of the night, if the donkey is paired up and safe in a barn? Just curious. i would like to adopt.

[@wheredeldwells]

Me, a suburban student with a tiny backyard: Ah yes. Donkey care. I definitely need to know everything about donkey care.

[@nandoxus]

Is it good for them to take them on walks in the mountains ?