Mules, Donkeys, & Other Equids

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Castrated and Confused

Is it normal to have a gelding burro, not just mount, but actually try to mate with a jenny?

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UC Davis to Host Donkey Welfare Symposium

Caring for Long Ears

Donkeys and mules have a reputation for being hardier than horses, but they require the same basic care.

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15 Facts on Donkey Health

Did you know donkeys are more prone to laminitis in their hind feet, whereas horses tend to founder on their front? Learn about these donkey-health facts and more in our special report.

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