Foster news

International animal welfare charity The Donkey Sanctuary is this week welcoming its 200th mule into its care.

The charity, which works to alleviate the suffering of donkeys and mules in 28 countries worldwide, has seen an increase in the number of mules and hinnies needing homes over recent months. Some of these have been rescued by the charity after being found neglected or abandoned, whilst others have come from loving homes that are no longer able to care for them. All now have a sanctuary for life.

Last week, we received a lovely letter from David and Pat Tweed, foster owners to 18 year old Moppet and her 23 three year old friend, Rosie. The donkeys have been in the care of Mr and Mrs Tweed since November 1998, and for the members of staff who cared for them while they were here, it is always lovely to hear how they are getting on.

We recently received a lovely letter from a Devon couple who for many years fostered donkeys as part of our foster scheme. Below Mr and Mrs Griffiths tell of their fostering experience in their own words.

Today is a special day for two very special donkeys. Not only are Rubin and Alan en route to their fantastic new foster home in Cheshire, but they are also the 150th and 151st donkeys this year to go out to loving, private homes as part of The Donkey Sanctuary’s foster scheme.

Two donkeys from The Donkey Sanctuary’s foster scheme are once more set to be the star attraction of Trelissick Garden’s ‘Christmas Donkeys’. The daily event is due to take place at the National Trust property near Truro between 17 – 23 December 2011.

I have to share this lovely photo sent in to us by foster owner Jo Nualart of her foster donkeys, Roger, Elijah and Jacob eagerly eyeing up this tasty looking cake to celebrate a special occasion.