Press releases

Appeal for marathon runners to help neglected donkeys

Sky, Lilly and Bart

The Donkey Sanctuary in Liscarroll is appealing for volunteers to run the Evening Echo’s Woman’s Mini Marathon in Cork, held on Sunday 27th September, to raise funds for its cause.

Donkey expert in Carrickfergus as part of national tour

A friend took my collar off!

A free ‘donkey care’ workshop has been arranged by The Donkey Sanctuary at Knockagh View Equestrian Centre in Carrickfergus, on Saturday 31st October from 10am to 4pm for donkey owners.

Sam's sarcoid dilemma

Sam's sarcoid

At The Donkey Sanctuary, we often come across cases of neglect and Sam is no exception. At three years of age, he’s certainly not had the best start in life. Rescued by the Irish branch of our charity, Sam now has a Sanctuary for life. Here’s his story...

Donkey expert in Mullingar as part of national tour

It's playtime!

A free ‘donkey care’ workshop has been arranged by The Donkey Sanctuary at Belvedere House Gardens and Park in Mullingar, Co. Westmeath, on Saturday 20th June from 10am to 4pm for donkey owners.

Appeal for marathon runners to help neglected donkeys

Sky, Lilly and Bart

The Donkey Sanctuary in Liscarroll is appealing for volunteers to run The Adidas Dublin City Marathon, held on Monday 26th October, to raise funds for its cause.

Appeal for marathon runners to help neglected donkeys

Sky, Lilly and Bart

The Donkey Sanctuary in Liscarroll is appealing for volunteers to run the Kilkenny Mini Marathon, held on Monday 4th May, to raise funds for its cause.