How much weight can a donkey carry?
Donkeys, including the saddle and rider, can safely carry 20% of their body weight. Please be sure your donkey is prepared to work, meaning be an adult and in condition to work. This means that a miniature donkey weighing 300 pounds can carry 60 pounds, which is excellent for a small child. Donkeys should be full-grown before attempting to do any form of heavy work. Percentage calculator. Donkeys that are sick or geriatric cannot do heavy work without causing severe harm to the animal.
What age is my donkey full-grown?
Miniature donkey age three.
Standard/burro age four.
Mammoth donkey six or seven, depending on the height of the donkey
Thank you for investing in your donkey,
Melody Johnson