Handling a Wild or Rescue Donkey (What Most Owners Miss)

Описание: Handling a wild or rescue donkey can feel overwhelming — especially if you’re struggling to catch, halter, groom, or load them. In this video, I walk through what real donkey handling looks like and the foundational steps that build trust and cooperation.

Many owners adopt BLM donkeys or take in rescues without fully understanding what “gentled” really means. Being able to pet a donkey is very different from being able to catch them, handle their feet, and safely load them into a trailer. These basic handling skills aren’t flashy — but they are essential.

In this video you’ll see:
• Catching a gentled wild donkey
• Grooming and handling feet
• Calm trailer loading
• What cooperation actually looks like

Handling isn’t about force or speed. It’s about timing, patience, and reading subtle signals.

Every donkey is different. Some decisions are pattern-based, and some become judgment calls depending on the donkey in front of you. Those deeper conversations happen inside the membership.

If you’re actively working with a wild, domestic, or rescue donkey and want to build practical understanding, you’re in the right place.

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🎬 Watch More Like This

To save time and help you find what you’re looking for, here are two main playlists used across this channel:

🧠 Gentling Wild Donkeys

   • Gentling Donkeys: When Progress Feels Stuck  

🐎 Riding With Donkeys – Tips & Tricks

   • Riding with Donkeys: Tips & Stories  

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(No training — just calm, curious, donkey life)
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