Miniature Donkey Care Sheet
Miniature Donkeys require a small amount of grain, good quality hay, a mineral salt block, and fresh, clean water.
Access to pasture for grazing and exercise is preferable and should be a consideration. They should always have shelter from rain, snow, wind, hot sun, and flies! It should be dry and draft-free. Fencing need only be four feet high, woven wire is considered a safe and popular choice. Donkeys can withstand cold temperatures as long as they have shelter and are fed properly.
Miniature donkeys are "herd" animals. To avoid undue stress and loneliness, it is strongly recommended they not be kept singly but with another Miniature Donkey or other animal as a life-long friend.
Life Span: 25 - 40 years
Weight: 200 - 350 pounds at maturity
Height: Average 28" - 36 at the withers, maximum 36"
Health:
Miniature Donkeys are remarkably hardy and healthy. They do require preventative vaccinations, should be wormed regularly, and have their hooves trimmed every 2-3 months.
Color:
Miniature Donkeys are predominantly grey-dun with the characteristic "cross." They also come in darker shades of grey, brown, black, sorrel, white and spotted. Light markings similar to their base colors create light points of color.
Access to pasture for grazing and exercise is preferable and should be a consideration. They should always have shelter from rain, snow, wind, hot sun, and flies! It should be dry and draft-free. Fencing need only be four feet high, woven wire is considered a safe and popular choice. Donkeys can withstand cold temperatures as long as they have shelter and are fed properly.
Miniature donkeys are "herd" animals. To avoid undue stress and loneliness, it is strongly recommended they not be kept singly but with another Miniature Donkey or other animal as a life-long friend.
Life Span: 25 - 40 years
Weight: 200 - 350 pounds at maturity
Height: Average 28" - 36 at the withers, maximum 36"
Health:
Miniature Donkeys are remarkably hardy and healthy. They do require preventative vaccinations, should be wormed regularly, and have their hooves trimmed every 2-3 months.
Color:
Miniature Donkeys are predominantly grey-dun with the characteristic "cross." They also come in darker shades of grey, brown, black, sorrel, white and spotted. Light markings similar to their base colors create light points of color.
