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As a result of an overpopulation of donkeys in Ireland and a shortage of homes, our sanctuary is under additional strain. Find out how we are tackling this problem.

A loving donkey we rescued from Tallow Horse Fair in 2019 continues to flourish three years on in our care at Flemming's Farm. 

A lonely foal, who had been weaned from his mother and was being kept without a companion, has been given a fresh start at our sanctuary.  

Defenceless foals Tom and Jerry had endured an appalling start to life. Now, these special boys have formed an unbreakable bond with young Evabelle.

Entering our raffle is one way you can make a real difference to us as a charity. See who won our Spring raffle and how to enter our Summer raffle.

Since being rehomed in 2017, Sid and Sal have formed a special bond with Guardians Pauline Kinahan, ten-year-old June and 101-year-old Kathleen.

BeeBee the mule was abandoned outside the gates of our Open Farm in Liscaroll when she was only a few days old, and we have been following her progress ever since.

Donkeys and their owners in the remote Maras district in Peru have received vital support and training thanks to a collaborative project with a local non-profit organisation.

A common skin condition known as 'sweet itch' is caused by the Culicoides midge, and certain donkeys are hypersensitive to the midge's saliva, causing this allergy.

The demand for donkey welfare services has put pressure on our sanctuary in recent years, and now we're focused on long-term solutions.