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So my trainer has a wild donkey whos super skittish and scared of people. I work with him about once or twice a week, and yesterday was the first time he ate out of my hand! He also was very close to me and sniffed my hand a couple times, I wouldnt consider it first touch but his nose did touch my hand a couple times! My goal is to get him comfortable with people, and potentially halter train him. When I first started with him he would gallop away as fast as possible when I approached and now hes unsure/on edge but he doesnt run away and doesnt spook as much. I'll share some pics and some videos here and I'll just be documenting our journey :) |
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Look how sweet his little face is! This was yesterday I spent about 30 minutes with him, letting him eat out of my hand and talking to him By the end he was eating confidently out of my hand |
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he is SO cute omg. I love donkeys so much, magical animals definitely. |
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On wednesday, I did a short session with him because I didnt have much time but still wanted to say hi to him. And awesome news! He was at the other end of his house (its a very large house) and he saw me coming and trotted over! 🥺♥️ Adorable He was comfortable eating out of my hand and having me face towards him I'm planning on being there later today and tomorrow morning, so I'll post updates about that :D
Thistleberry Farm said:
he is SO cute omg. I love donkeys so much, magical animals definitely.
They really are so magical and precious |
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Spent time with the donkey yesterday :)
I sat inside his house for the first time (normally I sit outside)
He was a little bit unsure at first but quickly calmed down and was happy He also met me at the gate! So cute And maybe the most exciting part is I had my hand strectched towards him, and he decided to reach out and touch it! Adorable. And here are some pictures! |
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It's been awhile since I updated, sorry everyone He's doing very well! I've been really busy though, so less time with him But I have worked with him a couple times, and he's just the sweetest boy I'm hanging out with him right now actually! He knows "come" and comes over when called And he's learning that me clicking = he gets a tasty snack Ive patted him a couple times but he is still shy which is ok! He's relaxed a ton though and seems to enjoy my company He comes up to everyone for treats and pats now! It's adorable We still have a lot of work to do but he's doing great Very proud of the little guy |
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He follows me around now ♥️ And is starting to enjoy pats a lot My goal is to get him halter trained and pick up all 4 feet |
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Did he get a name in the meantime? |
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