Issues

Donkeys and mules contribute so much to humankind all over the world, working tirelessly to prop up entire communities. But many are suffering and need our help right now.

Donkeys' role in during Ethiopian drought

Donkeys and livelihoods

We work directly with the people who rely on donkeys to improve harnessing, routine care and other practices.

Donkey meat, skin and milk

Find out how we work throughout the world to understand and track emerging welfare problems.

Feral donkeys

We are working to demonstrate how populations of donkeys can live in the wild alongside people.

Donkeys in tourism and leisure

We are working with partners, supporters, governments and authorities to ensure that the donkey welfare is prioritised.

Donkeys in industry

We work in countries around the world to educate owners of donkeys working in industry to improve their welfare.

Donkey welfare adviser Jane Bruce with rescue donkeys

Rescue and rehoming

We have a team of UK-based donkey welfare advisers who are dedicated to rescuing donkeys in need and finding their forever homes.

Donkeys in disaster

We strive to ensure that every donkey affected by a major disaster around the world receives prompt and expert care.

Support and expertise

How our training, research and expertise helps to improve donkey welfare around the world.

Chris Garrett with exhausted mule, El Rocio, Spain

El Rocio - the exhausted mule

Donkeys, drought and women

Update 12/05/20