Donkey basketball is a “sport” where humans ride donkeys while playing basketball. It was invented in the 1930s as affordable Depression-era “entertainment” in rural areas. Now this “game” is used as a popular fundraising vehicle for schools. It also desensitized children to violence towards animals. Donkey Basketball is harmful to donkeys due to the following reasons: 1) The weight of humans causes discomfort, pain, and injury to these animals.2) There is an emotional toll on donkeys who are fo

Donkeys can become 'bored' when grazing is limited during the colder months of the year, so it's important to offer activities that stimulate their minds. 🥕 Our Donkey Care Handbook offers great insight into some safe ways of providing enrichment for your fluffy friends ➡️ bit.ly/donkeycarehandbook | The Donkey Sanctuary

Referee! Gilbert performing nifty footwork to tackle the treat ball from unsuspecting fellow foster donkey Dillon. Find out more about fostering a donkey >> http://bit.ly/1IigPx5 | The Donkey Sanctuary