06/01/2026
The link to read the blog post is in the comments. Donkeys are healthier emotionally, mentally, and physically when living with their own species. Pair donkeys up fairly; size matters as donkeys grab the neck in play and battle. Geldings with geldings and jennies (female) with females. Yes, geldings can do the job even after being gelded; some jennies can stop eating, and the bite marks may require a veterinarian to stitch the donkey.
https://donkeyrescue.org/why-donkeys-need-to-live-with-other-donkeys/?fbclid=IwY2xjawSKaY5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeesMJDeJN8xwF91ldyLk940ferHprs5LyAiq-RPFbNqLomLawsnGHhmvfh_Y_aem_kmtYdWAXkdwqVsXYlkR7Uw
Donkeys, often misunderstood and underappreciated, are unique creatures with specific physical, emotional, and social needs. While they are sometimes thought of as solitary or easygoing enough to thrive in any situation, donkeys are, in fact, highly social animals that require the companionship of t...