We've had donkeys on our farm for generations. Not only are they wonderful companions, they are also very trainable as protection animals for sheep and cattle. I've seen a donkey dispatch full grown wolves and medium-sized black bears with ease. They are strong, quick, agile, and fearless. Very under appreciated creatures.
@BlindSquirrel4252 жыл бұрын
I saw three donkeys scare hell out of a moose much larger than they were.
@ottohesslein32302 жыл бұрын
donkey question: is there some sort of gland on their back that secretes something to cause that dark stripe down their side at the base of the mane?
@CoNeSol2 жыл бұрын
You're very right. We had to give mine away because he kept trying to stomp my dogs especially my Bouvier and those dogs are no pushover.
@Saqua22892 жыл бұрын
We had a donkey growing up on our farm. Old Jack protected us from coyotes, rattlesnakes and even ran off a black bear. Watching that bear cry and run with Jack biting him hard on the butt still makes us laugh. I miss him. He was my best friend.
@mervatibrahim71282 жыл бұрын
They’re sooo smart and hardworking animals, all the love and respect to them ❤️🥰❤️
@mickeyandres2651 Жыл бұрын
They’re the most underrated and sweetest animals on the planet I just love’em!!
@noctilux77992 ай бұрын
Definitly!
@thetooginator1533 жыл бұрын
I love how kisses, pets and hugs are the universal language.
@foxopossum3 жыл бұрын
They really are! Wow what a cool thought. Thank you!
@ephemerabluetit335 Жыл бұрын
Oh, the big ears! The soft muzzle! The winky eyes! Is there anything sweeter?
@kaylam.j.21723 жыл бұрын
I have always wanted a donkey. I love how sweet and affectionate they are.
@shakirghazali28902 жыл бұрын
Have you ever see donkey laugh at dog when that dog reach electric fence ? Its so hillaroust
@ljiljavukas19622 жыл бұрын
@@shakirghazali2890 oh, yes. I saw it. It's hilarious 😂 😂 😂 😂
@tedmarakas26262 жыл бұрын
My grandpa had one, Pizza was the name. Beautiful animal. When my grandpa got old and couldn't care for Pizza, he tried to find the right person to give her to. It took a very long time but a kind gentleman came along and Pizza was possibly the happiest animal.
@TheSmardu2 жыл бұрын
Me too😢❤ I want my own Donkey ❤
@krissiet47182 жыл бұрын
I also want my own donkey to love! ❤
@Hallands. Жыл бұрын
I just noticed: Not only do donkeys seem incredibly positive and friendly, they literally _wag their tails_ like dogs to express happiness!
@blueskysailing Жыл бұрын
I noticed that too. So cute!
@Jessica-kk1cz7 ай бұрын
Same with pigs,ducks, and foxes - they all wag their tails when they’re happy 😊
@Hallands.7 ай бұрын
@@Jessica-kk1cz True.
@Whodatmonkeybo5 ай бұрын
True but donkeys don't like dogs lol its cute to see their tails wag around
@crisptomato94954 ай бұрын
I think it’s to swat flies.
@annbolyn49103 жыл бұрын
They're sweet, loving, funny creatures that are much more intelligent than people give them credit for. I just love them to pieces.
@michaelwaggoner40403 жыл бұрын
Except for the one who looks like AOC!
@davidcooper88923 жыл бұрын
Can’t stand Aoc but shed get smashed
@Pe-S3 жыл бұрын
@Ann Bolyn It's my dream animal.. Such precious, goofy sweethearts.
@annbolyn49103 жыл бұрын
@@Pe-S I totally agree, Pe S.
@michaelmullin35853 жыл бұрын
Great watch burros over a flock of anything.
@3PercentNeanderthal Жыл бұрын
Wonderful animals...we added Fred to our Kentucky farm not too long after he was weaned. It took no time for him to become a full family member. He died at 30 and a piece of our hearts died with him. I'm convinced that he had a soul and I'll hear that happy mischievous bray again one day. I miss you Fred.
@suzanneflowers22303 ай бұрын
God's animals have souls, too. Souls don't die. The animal souls return to the Lord. We humans need forgiveness at the Cross, though, and to place our faith in Christ. Christ will also fix creation one day, and there will be no more disease or painful aging. Live for Christ, give Him everything about you, and look forward to seeing the Lord and Fred both one day!
@NERGYStudios3 жыл бұрын
That dog hugging the donkey was absolutely next level
@EnlightnMe482 жыл бұрын
That actually made me worried about the dog.
@stanmarsh9122 жыл бұрын
That was the best part
@stanmarsh9122 жыл бұрын
@@EnlightnMe48 Why? they were happy.
@lover78372 жыл бұрын
That dog trying to reach the donkeys neck (playfight)
@RizzLegend9162 жыл бұрын
@@stanmarsh912 because most donkeys actually hate most canines and will actually kill them but this was different.
@marinemom3512 жыл бұрын
I love this. I wish I had a rescue farm so I could spend my days hugging all the animals.
@naomiemoore57252 жыл бұрын
Me too! 🥰
@theman34562 жыл бұрын
I bet you are single with 14 cats
@luciad59884 ай бұрын
If you haven’t seen her, check out the Useless Farm videos.
@cathyrzyczycki51413 жыл бұрын
These gentle souls are very misunderstood and very mistreated They are loving, caring animals and certainly should be treated with compassion and dignity
@tedreynolds63632 жыл бұрын
All animals are. MAN is the true enemy!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@R.Oates7902 Жыл бұрын
All living things should be treated with love and compassion, but mankind IS the problem!
@Bert_de_Wit Жыл бұрын
@@tedreynolds6363 Man = animal
@DoctorEnigma01 Жыл бұрын
Too bad we can’t say the same about humans
@زيدانالعراقي-غ5ل Жыл бұрын
٨٩خخح@@tedreynolds6363 ❤
@sharonrimsza79602 жыл бұрын
Love Tiny Tim! The one donkey in the hammock was sooo adorable. You can tell they are all loved and love you back. Thank you for making their lives happy.
@stevenanthony8952 Жыл бұрын
Hello Sharon how are you doing today
@leahpyykkonen1645 Жыл бұрын
That made my day to see that part.😊
@842qwery3 жыл бұрын
So happy to see burros enjoying life as pets, not just as farm implements. Thank you!
@barlin49722 жыл бұрын
A refreshing change, but to be honest, no animal belongs indoors. Even we, if we still had to live outdoors together with all animals, we would appreciate them waaay more.
@drewlovelyhell48922 жыл бұрын
@@barlin4972 Mostly true I suppose. But the mice in my house have no place they'd rather be! 🐀🐁🐀🐁🐀
@jacobpritchard48472 жыл бұрын
A lot of farmers in my area have them around to help protect there other animals. They have tractors to work the fields nowadays so the donkeys kinda lost there usefulness as a workhorse a while ago but most keep them with there cows or other livestock and let the donkeys bond with the other livestock and the donkeys will literally die fighting trying to keep there family safe from predators. I’m glad people are giving these wonderful animals the life they deserve after they gave so much for human civilization.
@nileshtayde51182 жыл бұрын
@@barlin4972 says she'll
@anthonyharris31932 жыл бұрын
there a new film comming out dont know the name of it but it about abuse seen through the eye of a donkey on his way to be killed for meat
@randelldarky3920 Жыл бұрын
You can't get much more cute, than a baby Donkey.
@edwardfregeau7212 жыл бұрын
My wife has been Addicted to these videos of adorable donkeys for months now and even though we live in an apartment she wants one.
@sheilasullivan19502 жыл бұрын
Adopt one at a local farm so you can visit and feed/sponsor. Help pay for vet bills? They're each different with very clever personalities.
@jimhsfbay10 ай бұрын
I watch a lot of baby goat videos (the hopping, jumping, & head butting is so cute!) and feel the same way.
@MalikMohsin-hf8nx8 ай бұрын
😅
@margaretocallaghan36315 ай бұрын
They need to start making apartment-sized donkeys!,,😂
@marilynjones57492 жыл бұрын
Wow! How lucky to have a baby donkey playing and sleeping in your living room.
@doctorcrusher29183 жыл бұрын
I have a new found affection for donkeys. I always knew they were clever animals, but I’ve never seen them love being cuddled! They’re very much like dogs.
@u4riahsc3 жыл бұрын
I was thinking the same - just like cuddly dogs. The baby ones are melting my heart.
@eerrm13 жыл бұрын
Why can’t we have a donkey in the city?
@robertbacklund44383 жыл бұрын
@@eerrm1 too many of the citified neighbors would not appreciate their loud braying when they get excited.
@eerrm13 жыл бұрын
@@robertbacklund4438 But, that’s the best part!
@robertbacklund44383 жыл бұрын
@@eerrm1 Yes I agree! If I lived in a rural setting I would have at least 2 maybe 4 or more. Even Jesus knew how lovely of an animal that the donkey is for He rode one when He traveled into Jerusalem while the people spread palm branches on the road as He rode into Jerusalem.
@kronoscamron741210 ай бұрын
first girl cuddling the baby donkey, that's what true happiness looks like. beyond wholesome
@abbyl48543 жыл бұрын
I need to hug a donkey ❤️
@gerryjohnson2943 жыл бұрын
The world would be a happier place if we could all hug a donkey!
@u4riahsc3 жыл бұрын
They could be support animals for traumatized people.
@bridgetw30433 жыл бұрын
Donkey hugs are the BEST hugs!
@luciaroyas51403 жыл бұрын
I already have one
@Sj27m Жыл бұрын
My neighbor got a new donkey about three months ago and said she wouldn't let him pet her. I walked up to the fence and started talking to her and she walked right up to me and let me pet her. He stood there with his mouth open. I said, you have to talk to her.😂
@loriwatkinson642510 ай бұрын
Great story 👏
@rickeymitchell86203 жыл бұрын
You can't begin to tell me these animals don't feel love for people. Every animal depicted here has a deep connection to their people. Loved the video!
@ppvsonicspy2 жыл бұрын
It's not love, it's affection and fondness. There's a difference. Love is something only humans can experience. Animals don't have brains developed enough to feel love.
@peteosowski57882 жыл бұрын
@@ppvsonicspy But animals have a spirit too and a covenant with most high God the creator of all things. We as humans are blessed as we are made in the image of the true living God.
@Valkbg2 жыл бұрын
@@peteosowski5788 Explains why the world is so shitty
@Louisew19692 жыл бұрын
@@ppvsonicspy what a load of rubbish!! Of course animals feel love!!
@THX-eo9bh2 жыл бұрын
@@Louisew1969 Yes! Animals remember your time together, cherish small moments of affection and touch, miss you, and would give their lives to protect you. If that's not love what is?
@bdflatlander9 ай бұрын
I am 70 years old and I have always had a soft spot in my heart for donkeys. They seem like very sweet, lovable and intelligent animals.
@allisonjames29233 жыл бұрын
I didn’t realise donkeys were such big cuddle monsters 💕
@georgedavidson12212 жыл бұрын
But they can kill with a kick
@surena37272 жыл бұрын
All animals are , depending on how you raise them
@TSPH19922 жыл бұрын
Unless you move your tail
@sleepnaught2 жыл бұрын
@@surena3727 domesticated animals, for sure
@floorwardrobe51332 жыл бұрын
Donkeys are such beautiful sacred animals! ❤️🥰
@wvmountaineer80 Жыл бұрын
Agreed
@sylvianolastname66062 жыл бұрын
I keep coming back to rewatch this video. And everytime I do? I just feel the happiness, content and the LOVE that these animals have for their owners and you can see, that they're truly LOVED and HAPPY in their life. This is my wish for every species of animals. To be FREE to roam, be safe, loved, and just happy and carefree.❤️
@GeorgeMorgan6600 Жыл бұрын
@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?
@MarySmith-ry9cu2 жыл бұрын
It seems like when they wag their tails it means they're happy the same reason dogs wag! Loved it!
@gtx1650max-q Жыл бұрын
Ofcourse, they are horse doggo
@stevenanthony8952 Жыл бұрын
Hello Mary how are you doing today
@genghiskhan70413 жыл бұрын
Rarely known fact: Donkeys are the smartest animals in the Equine family.
@chrislynch89149 ай бұрын
Because the Equine family is stupid.
@twilightblue85662 жыл бұрын
Donkeys are so adorable and they have straighter, whiter teeth than some people.
@robertlangley2583 жыл бұрын
Baby donkeys are so loving and cute. Once they accept you as a friend they never forget you. You can be gone for over 10 years and when you come back and go out to where they are you can call them and they will race over to see you and you can tell they know you and will show you they care about you. Wonderful animals.
I really want a donkey now. They're the cutest and I've always loved them. They're just so gentle and loving. 🥰🥰🥰
@PlanetPrinda Жыл бұрын
I can’t love this more than I do. I just befriended a donkey recently and I didn’t realize how wonderful these animals truly are…fabulous personalities and expressions! ❤
@glendarogers62042 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love the way donkeys sound and look super cute 🥰
@stevenanthony8952 Жыл бұрын
Hello Glenda how are you doing today
@WOODBINEMAN99 Жыл бұрын
the girl and donkey at the start of the video are ADORABLE
@ItsMeHello5552 жыл бұрын
The love and contentment in those eyes.. unmistakable.
@eleanorjpoindexter42992 жыл бұрын
Donkeys are soooooooooooooooooooooo adorable!
@SilverSunPublishing3 жыл бұрын
So sweet. Animals treated with kindness and respect can give you so much love in return.
@SuzanneWho Жыл бұрын
Halfway through - that little black donkey coming in for a hug, and the gray one in the hammock! All are adorable. ❤️🐈⬛
@mscrikey233 жыл бұрын
Alright, my heart is now just a melted puddle ❤️
@shaunhall68342 жыл бұрын
I feel the same way!
@kronoscamron741210 ай бұрын
I found myself tearing up .
@trishamorriston3737 Жыл бұрын
The donkeys are beautiful. To adorable and playful
@christinehutchins1232 жыл бұрын
Smiled the whole time, such sweet affectionate creatures....and funny too!
@msflintstone17692 жыл бұрын
I though nothing could steal my heart from my love for horses... 💓 I have fell head-over-heels in love with these beautiful loving beings. Thank you for sharing.
@TimLewisAlamo3 жыл бұрын
The best video I've ever seen! I had a small burro named Jenny from the time I was 9 until I left home at 18. We were the same age and she was my very best friend. We took naps together in the yard all the time. My dad and I were the only ones who could ride her, but it was funny to see other family members try to ride when we had family get-togethers at our lake. She would start running and then stop really quickly, put her head down, and the riders would come flying off. She will always be missed and in my heart.
@davidbreen47273 жыл бұрын
that's awesome, love it.
@tanstonetofromme9303 жыл бұрын
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@48sufi3 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful story Tim. May she rest in peace. She will see you again one day
@norcal_faithful7753 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@leonardosanchez71983 жыл бұрын
She is waiting for you. Soon you will meet each other again. Thx for share.
@helenhiller74298 ай бұрын
Such beautiful loving animals ❤
@jenniferlorence1853 жыл бұрын
I didn't know Donkeys were So affectionate.
@leefrankel41912 жыл бұрын
I love these donkeys so much. Wish I could enjoy living with them. Kisses to everyone including the humans. 💋 😘
@gosiag32663 жыл бұрын
Animals are Gods Amazing gift to US and deserve Love, carry, Happiness...
@selenechandra65083 жыл бұрын
True that ! 💖
@Jerry-eh8xz3 жыл бұрын
Did you meant animals are Good*!
@adamcroos1247 Жыл бұрын
Todos los animales deberían tener esta clase de calidad de vida .por un mundo sin crueldad hacia estos maravillosos seres.👍👍😇
@mr.p98829 ай бұрын
Bwah ha ha lol cannauspeak inenglishonhere...
@chefduane37423 жыл бұрын
Give'm the damn peanut!!
@Tascountrygirl3 жыл бұрын
Yes!!!!! Give it to them. Don't torment!
@Klutzy683 жыл бұрын
Really! Someone deserves to get their finger nipped.
@missp51523 жыл бұрын
Humans seem to be divided into 2 types when it comes to being kind/appreciative OR finding it funny to laugh at and torment defenceless animals. Shame that section of idiots spoilt a very loving video. 🥰
@margarethampson94903 жыл бұрын
Exactly right. Don't torment them 💗🇬🇧
@jennydonne8946 Жыл бұрын
Donkeys are such amazing creatures
@adrienebailey90102 жыл бұрын
He's having the time of his life. So sweet and cute.
@MJ-nf8im2 ай бұрын
Such a joy in my heart to see the Love reciprocated from these beautiful loving animals. Thank you so much for sharing this , absolutely made my day!!!❤😊
@sharonkaczorowski86903 жыл бұрын
They need companions, are very intelligent, playful and good “watch” animals. They can drop a coyote or dog with a kick and inflict serious bites. And as you can see they can love their people. There’s a lot to a donkey!
@jakeroberts74353 жыл бұрын
They most definitly work as a Cayote deterrent, and they pack a punch.
@Music-yq2yz11 ай бұрын
Donkeys are so loving. It's magic.
@elikinder15063 жыл бұрын
You guys are the most blessed people on earth. Having animals to love that love you back because you are so good to them and they know it.
@RLew-ks9tt11 ай бұрын
Basically just puppy dogs with Hoofs and a raspy bark 😂
@Nana-vi4rd3 жыл бұрын
Their just like an over grown puppy dog. Adorable and so loving. I always wanted to have one. But never did.
@abderrahimelbaghdadi2 жыл бұрын
When I was young, in the 90s, i had two donkeys. I miss them so much 😭😇😇
@community19493 жыл бұрын
Sweet, loving, funny animals They sure are affectionate little smoochers.
@praiseworthy10872 жыл бұрын
watching this video more than once because of the cuteness of this lil baby, will never get enough of donkey braying and the baby playing with his toys ❤
@MBison-im2qy3 жыл бұрын
They're really big on hugs and kisses, gotta love it.
@lisanidog81782 жыл бұрын
That baby donkey is just like one of my cats. A love button. Baby donkey is so cute! Makes me wish I can give him a forehead kiss.
@suziek8883 жыл бұрын
Oh my heart.. I didnt know they could be so lovable
@miric62242 ай бұрын
Donkeys are the best!
@rosieone65193 жыл бұрын
That video was incredible! My God those baby donkeys melted my heart and the 4 donkeys in the barn window cracked me up. Thank you for sharing !
@leahpyykkonen1645 Жыл бұрын
Me too😊
@glennknauer26962 жыл бұрын
I love donkeys they are so cute.
@sandrahamilton18163 жыл бұрын
Oh my goodness !! Watching this makes my heart so warm !! I want to live there..or in a place just like that !!! ❤❤❤
@ricardogarza1730 Жыл бұрын
So, SO BEAUTIFUL.
@МаринаЛукина-ш1з3 жыл бұрын
Смешные, чудесные, забавные, умилительные, очень ласковые ослики!!! Хвостиком виляют от радости, как собачки 👍
@Highheels4ever11 ай бұрын
A very spoiled donkey…..look at him on that hammock! He is so very cute and precious, just adorable and very funny too. 😂😂😂. Awww…..love donkeys 🫏they are sweet and cuddly creatures. Very cutesy! 👍👍👏👏🙌🙌🙏🙏♥️👍♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
@cyndiyoung77843 жыл бұрын
Donkey’s are THE SWEETEST, love them!!❤️
@WinoTruskawkowe Жыл бұрын
Wspaniałe chwile. Widać dobroć tych ludzi i z natury dobry charakter zwierząt.🦌
@920WASHBURN Жыл бұрын
Do you mind if I ask what nationality you are sir? I've never seen this language before
@WinoTruskawkowe Жыл бұрын
I'm Polish. I will translate my text. Great moments. you can see the goodness of these people, the good nature of the animals. Regards😊
@920WASHBURN Жыл бұрын
@@WinoTruskawkowe thank you
@mr.p98829 ай бұрын
Bwah ha ha lol cannauspeak inenglishonhere...
@donnaviestenz77733 жыл бұрын
They are all so very sweet!!!!
@chrispacer42312 жыл бұрын
What a bunch of DONKYS … I LOVE IT ❤… 😂😅
@queenslander9543 жыл бұрын
Another brilliant loving animal , they’re much better than humans.
@davidbreen47273 жыл бұрын
Johno, any animal is better than humans, i love all animals, humans, not so much!
@queenslander9543 жыл бұрын
david breen I hear you David , they’re on a higher level to humans , I remember driving around America years ago and I saw a huge sign by PETA on the side of the highway that said ‘if you love animals why do you eat them’ So I stopped eating them . 🙌
@medievalmusiclover3 жыл бұрын
indeed.
@shannonharris75323 жыл бұрын
Absolutely agree!!
@mdhall042 жыл бұрын
Cringe
@raqueltmachado14032 жыл бұрын
Que coisa mais linda ❤️🥰..os animais sabem com toda sua pureza expressar o amor verdadeiro..
@KL-vu8jm2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely precious video. To see these animals wanting to be loved and look forward to you is so humbling. These donkeys are incredibly smart and extremely loving. It warms my heart. Favorite video to watch over and over.
@bon9410 Жыл бұрын
Donkeys are the cutest sweetest long eared creatures. They melt my heart❤
@kirstymackenzie24372 жыл бұрын
Oh loved the end when that sweetie put a pillow on his bed to go sleep!! 😍
@peanut37412 жыл бұрын
Such cute little donkeys giving hugs! Adorable!!
@Keyee13 жыл бұрын
He's so cute. I didn't realize they wagged their tales. So affectionate. 💗💗👍🏼☺
@glennso47 Жыл бұрын
They have something else that they wag.🥴. Their male members.
@WalkerBait Жыл бұрын
Love knows no boundaries. What sweet creatures.
@Cowdog12 жыл бұрын
One of the most social creatures I've ever been around. 😍
@ruzenazakova18122 жыл бұрын
Takhle KRÁSNĚ...kdyby se měla všechna zvířátka☺️ Tolik LÁSKY❤️ od těchto lidiček.
@olajanas44093 жыл бұрын
Nie wiedziałam, ze osiolki sa takie kochane! Mądre i zabawne, przeuroczy filmik.
@Krissy-k Жыл бұрын
😊ll😅😅oi😂e😊😊😊
@mr.p98829 ай бұрын
Bwah ha ha lol cannauspeak inenglishonhere...
@mrgold19642 жыл бұрын
Had 4 horses and a donkey for a while. The donkey was by far my favorite. Just a big dog. He was awesome. We moved and couldn't keep the critters. Miss em dearly.
@motley3313 жыл бұрын
Wow. Do they ever seem to be loving animals !
@steve206642 жыл бұрын
Beautiful lovely affectionate animals. 👍👍👍
@irenan65853 жыл бұрын
Frankly,I never thought a donkey could be so cute.
@cynthia69192 жыл бұрын
Aren’t animals amazing? This is such a heartwarming video ❤️❤️
@davegoldspink53543 жыл бұрын
Yeah these guys really are some of the world’s most underrated animals they’re absolute characters.
@amandavanheerden79802 жыл бұрын
Pure adorability!!!💛
@susanjaeger56453 жыл бұрын
That was the most enjoyable video I've seen in weeks. I loved it, thanks so much for sharing. 💕
@stevenanthony8952 Жыл бұрын
Hello Susan how are you doing today
@olsonkarolynn Жыл бұрын
I fell in love with donkeys when I was a very young girl. They are in Custer state park in south dakota and that is where I fell in love with them. They walk up and down the road and stick their heads in the car windows asking for treats. I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE DONKEYS. 🥰🥰🥰
@marigold90583 жыл бұрын
These animals are so loving and adorable 🥰
@glennso47 Жыл бұрын
But stubborn as heck.
@patshhi46203 жыл бұрын
Donkeys have such great personalities!
@sammysouth83722 жыл бұрын
i love donkeys. they’re by far my favorite animal
@lynderherberts28283 жыл бұрын
The little donkey in a hammock was cute. Watching it wagi its tail like a dog was hilarious.
@mb82193 жыл бұрын
😍❤
@heer41493 жыл бұрын
They are over sizes rats I killed one onetime because it was on my land and I proudly watched it scream and suffer
@elizabethsellors90463 жыл бұрын
Donkeys in a hammock cute? A donkey can’t get in a hammock so it’s placed there for entertainment value and it can’t get out. To have an animal stuffed into a physically uncomfortable position feet off the ground is not cute it’s cruel.
@SophieDoesEpicStuff6 ай бұрын
DONKEYS ARE MY FAV ANIMAL I watched this when I was crying about how cruel people can be to donkeys and this calmed me down straight away ❤😁🥺
@maddie-fi3vb3 жыл бұрын
These donkeys are so sweet thank you for sharing. God bless.