Keeping cool at The Donkey Sanctuary
The four-legged residents of The Donkey Sanctuary are being treated to ice enrichment treats to help keep them cool during the current spell of hot weather.
Not only do the frozen treats help cool them down, but they also provide a valuable form of enrichment. Donkeys love exploring, and this activity allows them to exhibit their natural foraging behaviours – a key factor in improving donkey welfare.
The ‘lollipops’ are made using a variety of ingredients with different smells to make it more interesting for the donkeys, including grated carrots in frozen water and flavoured tea or cordial, with added hazel leaves and apples.
It is also very important that the donkeys have clean drinking water and access to shelter so they can get out of the hot sun.
Care of donkeys in extreme heat | The Donkey Sanctuary
