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Sanctuary from your Sofa is back!

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On Bank Holiday Monday (25 May) we were back with Sanctuary From Your Sofa via Facebook live.

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Although we’re currently closed, we’ve still got plenty of ways for you to get your donkey fix - from our webcams to special online events.

Latest news

Honeybee with her foal Lockie

Donkey foal born during lockdown

10 May 2020

A handsome foal born at our sanctuary in Ireland during the COVID-19 lockdown has been appropriately named Lockie.
Worcestershire rescue - young donkey standing in field

Giving rescued donkeys a safe and loving home for life

5 May 2020

Six donkeys from Worcestershire who were severely underweight and suffering from overgrown hooves have been rescued by The Donkey Sanctuary.
Jay-Jay and Innis rehomed donkeys

Pastures new for rehomed donkeys

24 April 2020

Innis and Jay-Jay, two donkeys from The Donkey Sanctuary in Ivybridge have just become the first duo from the centre to start a happy new life in a Donkey Guardian home.

Information & advice

Rescued donkeys grazing

For owners

If you own a donkey and need more knowledge and advice on how to keep them, we can help you.
Karen Pickering

For professionals

From research projects to workshops and published books, our expertise and resources help animal welfare professionals to care for donkeys and mules.
Group of donkeys running

Support us

We rely entirely on donations and legacy gifts so that we can provide the best lives for the donkeys in our care, and continue to be ambitious in our goals to improve the lives of donkeys and mules around the world. Here's how you can support our work.