Donkey Pasture Diet and Care

Did you know donkeys are exotic equine and evolved from the desert? One of the donkeys’ gifts is the ability to survive in the desert. Donkeys’ metabolism helps them survive and thrive on low-sugar and protein forage; wild horses cannot survive where a wild donkey can thrive. Donkeys gain weight really fast. The first thing… Read More Donkey Pasture Diet and Care

Donkey Racing and Play in Paradise Paddock Track

Donkeys evolved from the desert; donkeys gain weight quickly without a strict diet. All equines need to run, play, and move to stay physically, emotionally, and mentally healthy. Most people have a dry lot for the easy keeper. We have learned this does not work, as the equines stand staring at the house, waiting for… Read More Donkey Racing and Play in Paradise Paddock Track

Donkey Diet – Consider A Track

Donkeys evolved from the desert; donkeys need low-sugar/protein hay. Portion control is essential for donkeys as they love to eat and can become obese quickly, leading to serious health issues. Donkey health issues are caused by obesity, laminitis, hoof abscesses, white line disease, hoof crumbling, fat in the blood, and insulin resistance. American donkeys are… Read More Donkey Diet – Consider A Track

Donkey Paradise Paddock Track

How can I create a track for my equine? Read the book Paradise Paddock by Jaimie Jackson for some ideas. We have three tracks on the Donkey Whisperer Farm ®: one connected to our mares’ (horses) shelter, one to the standard and burro’s shelter, and one to the miniature donkeys’ shelter. Due to the diet of the… Read More Donkey Paradise Paddock Track