Richie

Richie

About Richie

Richie is an inquisitive skewbald donkey who loves to make his presence felt! He is a handsome and well-liked fellow.

Sadly, Richie was only ten days old when he came into our care. His mother had died from blood poisoning and Richie's owners reached out to us for help. It was decided the best place for the young foal was at our sanctuary.

Our welfare team made an urgent journey in the snow to bring Richie back to the sanctuary where he received the care needed for an orphaned foal.

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Richie as a foal

Playful antics

Despite his rough start in life, Richie has grown into a popular adoption donkey. He is known for his hearty appetite and playful antics.

Richie has a soft and caring side too and can be seen looking out for other donkeys like Bocelli, one of our donkeys that is blind.

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Become part of our donkeys’ lives forever for just €25.00 a year. By adopting a donkey for yourself or a loved one, you will be guaranteeing their future with us where they will never want for warmth, care or food. Your adoption will be helping us to reach more donkeys and mules in need.

Please allow 14 days for delivery, or print off the certificate in your purchase confirmation email as an instant gift.

If you are adopting a donkey as a gift, please note the pack will arrive in The Donkey Sanctuary branded packaging.

Why adopt a donkey?

Your ongoing support will reach out to donkeys in Ireland and will help buy food and medicine, pay for vets and farriers. And, most importantly of all, it rescues helpless donkeys from hopeless situations.

Adopt a donkey for yourself today or share the joy by giving the gift of a donkey adoption to a loved one. By adopting a donkey you are doing something amazing.

Frequently asked questions

Can I buy an adoption as a gift?

Yes of course. You can choose to have your adoption pack sent directly to the gift recipient if you wish. Alternatively it will be sent directly to you (if for a special occasion the date can be chosen and a personal message can be added in).

Can I adopt more than one donkey at a time?

Yes, we would love you to. Many of our adoption donkeys are good friends with each other and so you are welcome to adopt as many as you like.

Can I visit my adopted donkey?

Yes, we welcome all our adoption families to come along to see their adopted donkeys.

Will I still receive updates about my adoption donkey?

Yes, we send out regular updates about each of our adoption donkeys.