As an expert in animal care and behavior, I can provide you with various ways people interact with donkeys. Donkeys are domesticated animals that have been used for thousands of years for a variety of purposes. Here's a detailed look at some of the things people do with donkeys:


1. Work: Donkeys are known for their strength and endurance. They are often used for carrying heavy loads over long distances, especially in areas where motorized transportation is not practical.


2. Transportation: In many parts of the world, donkeys serve as a means of transportation for people and goods.


3. Companion Animals: Some people keep donkeys as pets. They are social animals and can form strong bonds with their owners and other animals.


4. Therapy Animals: Donkeys can be used in animal-assisted therapy to provide emotional and physical benefits to people in need.


5. Agricultural Work: They can be used to plow fields and perform other agricultural tasks.


6. Breeding: Donkeys are bred for various reasons, including for their milk, which is used in some cultures for its nutritional properties, and for their meat, although this is less common in Western cultures.

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Ecological Conservation: In some areas, donkeys are used to help manage the ecosystem by grazing on certain plants and preventing overgrowth.

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Donkey Sanctuaries: These are places where retired or abandoned donkeys are taken care of for the rest of their lives.

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Sport and Recreation: Donkeys can be used for recreational purposes such as donkey rides for children at petting zoos or fairs.

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Mascots: Occasionally, donkeys are used as mascots for events or organizations.

Remember, when caring for donkeys, it's important to provide them with proper nutrition, shelter, and veterinary care. They are intelligent and sensitive animals that require attention and respect.

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In developed countries where their use as beasts of burden has disappeared, donkeys are used to sire mules, to guard sheep, for donkey rides for children or tourists, and as pets. Donkeys may be pastured or stabled with horses and ponies, and are thought to have a calming effect on nervous horses.read more >>