![]() I do plan on gelding Chilli as he is the larger of the 2 and can be more feisty sometimes. You should wait till they are about 2 years old to know what their true character will be. ![]() She emphasized that just because you geld them doesn't mean that will per se change their behavior. She said some donkeys just have a sweeter disposition and never need to be gelded. I was told by our vet to watch their temperaments. In that case, that is probably a behavior that will continue unless a reason for it is identified and fixed.Īt the moment, neither Buddy and Chilli are gelded, and they have been just fine together. Suppose they are mean and tend to act out. They might have moments, but for the most part, they should be ok. The rule of thumb is if the donkey is sweet and has a good temperament, that is how they will be. Two Jacks is not recommended, although that is what we have currently, and we have had no issues. ![]() Even better is keeping donkeys of the same sex. Geldings and mares are safer options when you want to keep donkeys for other reasons. They can be very unpredictable and get aggressive, especially if there is a mare in season nearby. They cannot handle a large heard.įirstly, if you don't plan on breeding with donkeys, it's best not to keep stallions. So keep this in mind when getting them if you want them for protection) They can help protect against a single canine attack, or 1 fox, etc. ![]() ( However, since miniature donkeys are smaller, they don't offer the same protection. ( More on this topic a bit lower in this blog post.Ĩ.) Donkeys are used as guard animals for cattle, sheep, and goats since they have a natural aversion to canines and will keep them away from a flock. By placing the shadow of the cross across the donkey's back for all to remember the importance of God's humblest of creatures.ĥ.) Donkeys are very strong and sometimes even stronger than a horse.Ħ.) They have incredible memories and can remember you even if they have not seen you for a long time.ħ.) Donkeys don't like being kept on their own, although a single donkey will live quite happily with goats. There is a legend called the "Legend of the Donkey's Cross." It states that Jesus rewarded the donkey for his loyalty to Him when he carried Jesus into Jerusalem and staying with Him at the crucifixion. The cross is a darker brown or black dorsal stripe running from the top of the donkey's back and across the shoulders. (It's usually recommended you keep 2 Jennies or a gelding and a Jennie.Ĥ.) Most donkeys will have a cross on their back. 1.) They are by nature very loving and affectionateĢ.) They are known to live 25+ years if cared for well.ģ.) Males are called Jacks, and females are called Jennets. ![]()
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