
Learn more about our work across Ireland
Meet five donkeys in Ireland whose lives have been improved after receiving expert veterinary care from The Donkey Sanctuary.

Our team in Ireland worked with fellow equine charity My Lovely Horse Rescue to transport an abandoned donkey to safety.

In a remarkable end to a rescue that began in August 2023, five mares and their five foals have been successfully rehomed..

A donkey at our biggest farm in Cork underwent successful surgery to remove her left eye earlier this year.

Our Donkey Welfare Advisers in Ireland cover hundreds of kilometres to provide care for donkeys in need.

After relocating from London to Ireland, animal lovers Natalie Arnett and her husband Paul Barton embarked on an exciting journey when they welcomed two furry friends – Hope and Mini – in May 2022.

An overweight and anxious mule living at our sanctuary has shown remarkable improvement following extensive behavioural work.

A foal who was orphaned shortly after her birth is thriving thanks to the impact of specialised sanctuary care.

A mule who was rescued by a kind donkey owner is now enjoying a better life with a new friend after receiving expert care from our team in Ireland.


Find out more about The Donkey Sanctuary Ireland
The Donkey Sanctuary Ireland is focused on providing support, advice and guidance to owners, partners and the authorities to ensure the welfare of donkeys in the community,
Where we work
The latest updates from our work across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.


We work to ensure donkeys across the Americas are nurtured and well looked after, helping them form a vital part of local communities.
