Donkey Equus asinus

Animals in our sanctuary

Martha

Date of birth

01-01-2002

Date taken in

15-09-2004

The animals from the time that De Zonnegloed was only an educational children's farm will of course continue to live on De Zonnegloed. Martha is also an animal that was present from that very beginning before we became a Sanctuary.

Emma

Date of birth

15-07-2005

Date taken in

15-07-2005

The animals from the time that De Zonnegloed was only an educational children's farm will of course continue to live on De Zonnegloed. Emma is also an animal that was present from that very beginning before we became a Sanctuary.

Where does he feel most at home?

The donkey originated from the mountainous environments of Northern Africa, but nowadays can be found worldwide.

What's his favourite food?

He likes fruits, vegetables and grains.

Fun fact

Donkeys are known to be stubborn animals. This is due to their special intelligence and prudence. They’re no flight animals, unlike horses. Their origin from mountainous environments makes them rigid in times of danger. You can’t force them into situations where they see danger, but once their trust has been won, they’ll show their friendly and docile nature.