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How do I get an abused donkey to not be afraid of me?

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Very slowly go up to it. You may have to sit on the ground silently and not moving, with food or a treat in your hand.

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Can I train a wild herding donkey to walk with a lead?

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Yes, just be patient! I have two burros that were rescued from the wild. With lots of patience I've been able to halter them, put fly masks on them, and lead them. They are very smart, loving animals.

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How much weight can a mini donkey hold?

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A mini donkey can hold 20% of its body weight. It can pull (in a cart) more then it can hold on its back.

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Can I trot and canter on its back, English style?

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Yes, but make sure the saddle and rider are not too heavy for the donkey.

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I would like to keep goats and a calf with my donkey, but he is mean to the goats. How do I get a donkey to like other animals?

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Slowly begin to introduce them. After they are familiar, allow them to spend small amounts of time together. Once they become friendly (they may have to figure out the pecking order with occasional nipping etc.) you can house them together, as long as you have a big enough area and enclosure.

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How do I train it?

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Train it as you would a horse.

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If I'm a kid, can I ride my mini donkey?

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Yes, if the weight on the donkey's back is 20% or less of its weight and both the child and donkey are properly trained.

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Can I ride a miniature donkey as a kid?

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Yes just make sure that the weight the donkey must carry is not more than 20% of its weight.

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What do I do if my donkey is refusing to eat and drink?

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Take it to the vet. Make sure this vet specializes in equine care.

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How old should a donkey be before it is safe to ride it?

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At least 4 years old, this means that it is fully developed and you won’t cause it permanent injuries but you can still gain its trust before then.

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