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Latest news
Gloucester man runs seven marathons in seven days for donkeys
14 April 2024
A man from Gloucester has run an incredible seven marathons in seven days, raising more than £1,400 for The Donkey Sanctuary.
Sweet-natured Spotty showing plently of potential
11 April 2024
A donkey with ‘bundles of potential’ is thriving under sanctuary care following his relinquishment.
Four years of patience behind Polly's progress
10 April 2024
A fearful donkey who would charge and kick out at her grooms has made significant positive steps forward thanks to years of behavioural work.
Leeds donkey helps Clara find her smile
2 April 2024
A teenager who was struggling with pressures surrounding her GCSE exams has found support among the four-legged residents of our sanctuary in Leeds.
Volunteer power helps Dobbin through tricky recovery
30 March 2024
A donkey who had to tackle an extremely challenging recovery after straining his tendon has our group of amazing volunteers to thank for keeping him entertained for several weeks.
Molly and Maple reaping rewards of sanctuary care
28 March 2024
A pair of donkeys who lived in a dirty, hazardous stable are now recovering in the care of The Donkey Sanctuary.
A sad goodbye to much-loved Rickon
25 March 2024
With a heavy heart, we share the sad news that our much-loved adoption donkey Rickon has passed away at the age of nine.
A-peeling project to enhance Town Barton orchard
24 March 2024
A scheme to help re-establish an apple orchard at one of our Devon farms has really taken root this week with the planting of 16 new apple trees.
‘Lost foal’ Ted finds loving friendships in Leeds
19 March 2024
A young foal who was challenged by a physical impairment affecting his two front legs is now sharing special memories with clients of our Donkey Assisted Activity centre in Leeds.
Henry and James help Gerald overcome loss
16 March 2024
A pair of donkeys have enriched the life of a single bereaved donkey after making the move to their new forever home in the north-west of England.
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