Adopting a rescued donkey is a rewarding experience.
Donkeys are one of the most loving and loyal pets upon this earth.
The American donkey is one of the most misunderstood and often the most mistreated animal in our society. Improving the plight of these incredible animals begins with knowledge.
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Below you will find the donkeys that we currently have available for adoption.
Donkeys must be adopted in pairs unless you already have an equine.
Adoption fee is $250. per donkey.
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Can I adopt just one donkey?
Donkeys are herd animals. They love being with other donkeys. A lone donkey is a lonely donkey, a lonely donkey can be a stressed-out donkey, and a stressed-out donkey can end up being a sick donkey. It's always best to have two donkeys. They’ll develop an extremely close friendship that will do your heart good.
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| This is Shirlie Jean. She is a very small Standard size donkey. Although she is small, she is not a miniature donkey. She is a cross with either zebra or wild ass as she has the striped legs.
Shirlie Jean had avery sad life for many years and was badly neglected. She has learned how to love and be loved during her time with us and is gaining trust of humans every day.
When we brought her home she wantd nothing to do with us but she has come out of her shell, knowing we will never hurt her and that she is finally safe. She was excellent with the farrier and obviously felt so much better after she could walk properly. She loads easily.
She is still skittish about us touching her ears or a fast movement but she has come a long way fron the frightened girl we found in the backlands of Idaho. She is approximately 7-8 years old and just a love bug. She wants all the loving, petting and brushing now and is not afraid to let the other donkeys know it is always her turn!
Shirlie Jean is now ready for adoption and is eagerly awaiting her new life with her new family. Won't you come see Shirlie Jean? She so deserves a second chance at happiness..
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This is Brayson. He may already be spoken for but I am posting his information just in case. This is a very small Standard sized donkey just like Shirlie Jean. He is under 500 pounds and has striped legs which our vet says means his parentage includes either zebra or wild ass.
Brayson was the most aggressive, obnoxious and untouchable donkey we have ever brought home. He also brayed all night long and all day long. He had obsessive compulsive tendencies that were overwhelming. With time, patience and love, Brayson has become a DREAM DONKEY. He is sweet and loving, he no longer paces, he does not try to bully the other donkeys and he rarely brays. he is the sweetest, most loving and special donkey and would make a wonderful companion. We always adopt donkeys in pairs unless you have another equine.
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Common Questions
(with thanks to Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue)
Do donkeys make good companions?
Donkeys are social animals and interact well with most people and animals. Donkeys prefer their own kind but also do well as a companion for a horse.
Will donkeys protect my livestock?
Some donkeys make excellent guardians. Typically older jennets are best suited as they have the strongest protective nature. Young donkeys are not suitable guardians and may kill or harm the animals that they are supposed to protect.
Are young children safe around donkeys?
Our donkeys are screened for gentleness towards people. Care should always be taken when mixing young children and large animals. Proper introduction and education is a must for the safety for everyone.
Why do I need to adopt two donkeys?
Donkeys are very social creatures and thrive in a family setting with other equines. Single donkeys are lonely regardless of the other types of livestock you may have.
At Lavender Dreams farm & Donkey Rescue we put the best interest of our donkeys first and foremost. Our strict adoption policies protect the donkeys from ever being sold or given away to a home where they might possibly be mistreated, used to breed or forced to participate in roping activities.
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