Working with my New Donkeys

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  • My New Donkeys are coming along after a few weeks. I'm working with them so the farrier can get their back feet trimmed. Once they are trimmed we will move on to more halter work, trailer loading and pack saddles.

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  • @jamesmcdougall6338
    @jamesmcdougall6338 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    That's is a very good thing you are doing, looking after those Donkeys. Well done sir . From England.

  • @mountainridgegear8172
    @mountainridgegear8172  5 ปีที่แล้ว +160

    These two donkeys finished out really well. They went to a family in Flagstaff, AZ. They turned out to be the sweetest little donkeys that love affection. If I stood near them without touching them they'd nudge me to get my attention. By the time they left in October I had grown very attached to them. But, they went to a good home and will have a great life. The folks who now own them renamed them Lewis and Clark. Perfect names!

    • @JanetOrt
      @JanetOrt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      So good to hear 🥰.

    • @timberlinefirearmsandtrain4167
      @timberlinefirearmsandtrain4167 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I'm in Flagstaff! Love this! ;) My new donkey is coming this weekend, thanks for the video, we will need a lot of work with his feet.

    • @cynthiamarston2208
      @cynthiamarston2208 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice climate for AZ

    • @3Antimasonicparty3
      @3Antimasonicparty3 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice follow up! Earned a new sun with that!

    • @indyford3531
      @indyford3531 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      OMG, I love their names.

  • @jakemitchell1671
    @jakemitchell1671 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    The world needs more people like you. Your care and compassion is obvious. Animals deserve this. Thank you.

  • @patriciaapkaw2399
    @patriciaapkaw2399 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love watching videos on animals and especially love donkeys.

  • @sherylbartlett3871
    @sherylbartlett3871 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    ❤THANK YOU FOR BEING SO KIND WHILE WORKING WITH THESE DARLING DONKEY'S! GOD BLESS 😊❤😮❤😊

  • @intrepidbun5002
    @intrepidbun5002 5 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    You are such a good trainer, God bless you for caring for his creatures 🐴🐴

  • @mojoxide
    @mojoxide 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    I could watch this for hours - no wonder they’re so relaxed around you. It’s nice to witness the passion you have for them.

  • @nualac.galbari6527
    @nualac.galbari6527 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just lovely, the term 'gentling' is one everyone should use for equines.. They are learning to trust their caretaker and quiet and gentle handling is always the right way. Thank you for the lovely video.

  • @mountainridgegear8172
    @mountainridgegear8172  5 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    Update: 2 July 2019 - the donkeys did good for the farrier today and we were able to get them trimmed.

    • @josephmedlow536
      @josephmedlow536 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Did you video the farrier and the donkies first trim?

    • @raysova7666
      @raysova7666 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @mountain ride gear,when an eqid doesn't allow me to handle it's rear feet I introduce it to pressured water from a garden hose. They can kick all they want n not harm themselves or any one.
      Some learn quick but all learn in a few tries.

  • @amandasalo4115
    @amandasalo4115 4 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    For a treat you sould try peppermints, I was given a 5 month old jack who had never been touched and by the second week I could do anything I wanted with him. I never had much experience with horses and had never seen a donkey in person b4 I had got my jack. I didn't find out his love for peppermint untill on day after church i still had a few in my pocket. After that I had to keep a few on hand and once in a while we would have one together. Jack Jack was just like a big old puppy dog, I even let him out of the pasture to roam freely in my yard. My mom would come over just to take him for walks down the road. I believe you when you say a donkey can make you look like the best trainer in the world because I had no prior experience and that donkey would do anything in the world for me. He would lay down just for belly rubs. We would lay out in the grass together for hours on end. I sure do miss him a whole lot and I don't believe I could ever find another like him.

    • @GetReady4LiftOff
      @GetReady4LiftOff 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Awl, beautiful

    • @cob9834
      @cob9834 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’ve never heard of an equine that didn’t like peppermint Candy. The really easy to carry in your pocket and I don’t think they have too much smell to them. When I carried Nicker Makers® my horse would not stop trying to dig into my pocket

    • @judeirwin2222
      @judeirwin2222 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      He would lie down, not lay down.

    • @corygardner3945
      @corygardner3945 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      There's a bunch of non-domesticated/feral donkeys in my state. I'm thinking about taming one of them and hopefully down the road will use to ride on nearby trails. Do you think it's possible to do without removing them from the natural environment I've found them in? I'm trying to do all the research I can about this.

  • @ultimatesoccershow
    @ultimatesoccershow ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm x Brit Forces and I really think your calm posture is key, what a great video!!

  • @ArielZevon
    @ArielZevon ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Well geez...if only I had discovered this channel back when I rescued my two donkeys a few years ago!! They were very wild and terrified of people, sever PTSD in one of them. Took two years working with Ferrier coming several times a month to train to get their feet trimmed. Awaiting our pack saddle now to see if we can actually do some packing and riding which is what I originally intended when I got them. Glad to have your great resource now. Thanks for posting these and all you do!

  • @urhiredhr421
    @urhiredhr421 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Great job and patience on your behalf!

  • @susieadams7462
    @susieadams7462 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Thank you for this. My cousin has a donkey that hasn't been messed with, and, her feet are overgrown. I'm trying to tame her enough to get a trim. Your video was very helpful!

  • @randolphbutler1832
    @randolphbutler1832 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    👍 Well done. The slower the better. Thanks for sharing.🐴

  • @natalieharper2496
    @natalieharper2496 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This was a great video! Really informative, thank you for walking us through that.

  • @4dub802
    @4dub802 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I just learned so much about donkeys, never knew they were so cool!! 😎

  • @colincampbell4261
    @colincampbell4261 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Amazing work, really nice to watch an expert, thanks.

  • @VelmaJinkys
    @VelmaJinkys 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love donkeys so much!!! Thank you for sharing

  • @rhonajoubin8437
    @rhonajoubin8437 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    You and your donkeys remind me of my new ones .Yours respond exactly like ours. In 2 weeks they have made progress like yours, with the same kindness.
    Ours are really sweet . I started by singing to them. They couldn't believe their ears. When we have a new task to learn I play music and sing. Now, like you, I talk non stop to them and spend 15 minutes just with them. No problem taking them out for a walk. No problems with moving vehicles, bikes etc. We've come along way in 3 weeks.
    Ours didn't know what treats were. We tried with barley, now they don't care. They think carrots are just ok..... to please us humans.

  • @TSUNAMI-MAMI
    @TSUNAMI-MAMI ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Donkeys are such under-appreciated - but very special - creatures.

  • @littlebrookreader949
    @littlebrookreader949 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    So Well Done! Beautiful donkeys!

  • @lydiaanello6208
    @lydiaanello6208 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I LOVE DONKEYS i am praying for a way to finish out my years loving them and being loved by them .

  • @Liberallez
    @Liberallez 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Very good stuff!!! I love(!) how much respect you give them as living beings!!!

  • @connieginn3676
    @connieginn3676 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a baby mini mule,,,, by surprise! She's just under a year old. I know zero about these little critters. Not much out there about training. She's a knucklehead. Are they all that way? She comes from a sound set. Mini mama sweet as they come and daddy's a mimi jack sound of mind says the owner I bought mama from. Sure wish there was more info out there. Your video popped up and helped me to pick up some tips. So thanks for sharing, im watching and learning.

  • @pennylane428
    @pennylane428 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Your video showed up in my feed today and I really enjoyed it, you’re a very gentle person and I look forward to more vids.👍🏼

  • @houndsmanone4563
    @houndsmanone4563 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love how calmly you work with the little donkey. That will surely win his trust. Thanks for rhe video. Emjoyed a full-watch. Have a merry Christmas! 👍🏽🙂

  • @p.h8715
    @p.h8715 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love watching your videos.
    Jake see the lead rope and freaks out, the halter he's gone. Have to just keep working on him

  • @odonnellsaussiehomestead8257
    @odonnellsaussiehomestead8257 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Learning so much, up to now I was doing my own ideas and have found I had the right idea. Thanks so much for being here.😎👍

  • @plupyduplupydu1369
    @plupyduplupydu1369 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for letting me be part of your day, im a city slicker who needs out of the city-oh yah can i feed some carrots to your donkey

  • @nacholibre1962
    @nacholibre1962 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was awesome. I just bought a little place and am planning to have a few sheep and so will get a couple of donkeys to put in with them. You have a great manner with this lovely little animals. Well done!

  • @RobinFaisonrealtor
    @RobinFaisonrealtor 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very helpful! I live in NC, and need a well trained donkey.

  • @Eio7
    @Eio7 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Great training, but those glasses in the dirt had me in fits!🤣

  • @may_laytrucker3127
    @may_laytrucker3127 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Donkeys are wonderful animals 😊🤗👌👏

  • @debyzimmerman6617
    @debyzimmerman6617 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    For others to get the donkeys to warm up to them would be to have the time to just sit in their
    pen with a small bit of hay as a reward for being patient.

  • @sweettoothmarie7304
    @sweettoothmarie7304 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The way the donkeys looked at him in the beginning! 😁

  • @irenegea7644
    @irenegea7644 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    New subscriber here 😊. I love 🐴 donkey, this animal so humble and friendly no wonder Jesus ride on a donkey into Jerusalem. It's symbolism of peace, humility and gentleness.
    Nice to see a donkey here. Thank you for the video.😊

  • @u5T30
    @u5T30 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I live in New York City but I find these videos fascinating.

    • @quasimodo8215
      @quasimodo8215 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Even the New Yorkers have right to be fascinated!

    • @u5T30
      @u5T30 3 ปีที่แล้ว

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  • @thefairyqueen369
    @thefairyqueen369 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Please dont step on your glasses! Great job with these sweet donkeys. They are gorgeous!

  • @jimmie200
    @jimmie200 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Yes, always end with the animal winning. He understands that he can do something good on his own self determinism.

  • @susanprevost9697
    @susanprevost9697 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful video!

  • @runthomas
    @runthomas 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    love donkeys...strong as hell...sure footed , ...lots of stamina...and intelligent.

    • @guesswho6946
      @guesswho6946 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      People don't realize just how intelligent they really are.

  • @aaishahbong3824
    @aaishahbong3824 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a 2 yr old...new donkey and his name is Charlie....he is gentle and doesn't run...I can pet him and so I see him every other day but I go and talk to him and pet him a little so he knows I won't harm him...I am hoping one day he will come to me...;)❤

  • @MrSanteeclaus
    @MrSanteeclaus 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Every horse I owned would go Roll after a bath... little man is coming along very nice

  • @kallasusort2986
    @kallasusort2986 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    They are such cute donkeys - I live near miniature ones - and their babies - so cute..

  • @maureen8930
    @maureen8930 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think you have a little sweeter you they is to feel safe and Love ❤️

  • @ihus9950
    @ihus9950 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I know Trust is a big part of Training, looks like there doing a good job learning to Trust you, good job👍

  • @maryannhope8276
    @maryannhope8276 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are so kind. Peace

  • @birgitriff2010
    @birgitriff2010 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, i have learned Something new, because I Like donkeys.

  • @kellystruthers516
    @kellystruthers516 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are very good I enjoyed the video.

  • @mattbenson2497
    @mattbenson2497 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Looked like you stepped on your glasses a few times hopefully you didn't break them

    • @mountainridgegear8172
      @mountainridgegear8172  4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      Matt Benson HA! I did! Funny thing is they were fine. Seems like the cheap glasses last a lot longer than the expensive ones! 😜

    • @redcanoe9810
      @redcanoe9810 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      All I could watch was your glasses about to be stepped on! haha Nice job!

  • @lastdayshomesteading6288
    @lastdayshomesteading6288 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Enjoyed this video take care

  • @levimcisaac5259
    @levimcisaac5259 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Eric nice work! I have the same problem with my farrier and my new burro. He won’t let him get within 5’ of him. He’s cool with most everyone else but not him! Ended up trimming him myself after some training form the farrier.

  • @mary-ruthflores4107
    @mary-ruthflores4107 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awww! The look they gave you when you separated them!!

  • @truthsmiles
    @truthsmiles 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video thank you! We are on the verge of adopting a couple of sweet girls who love scratches and attention and will even allow you to milk them (!) but aren’t so keen on having their feet picked up.

  • @andytuesday500
    @andytuesday500 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you 🙏 I love the knowledge

  • @lindamitchell-fox1926
    @lindamitchell-fox1926 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    If I was younger I’d love to have two rescues. It’s sad for me since I have everything I need infrastructure wise to bring them home today…barn, fenced in pasture, hayfield and budget. But I’m 58, which isn’t old, but since they live so long I don’t want to die on them.

  • @patdupree1274
    @patdupree1274 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Were that all men and women were like you with equine . Thank you . God bless you always and always .

  • @oneofthepeople9057
    @oneofthepeople9057 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Eric I've been watching your videos for the past several months there very informative .. And just heard the great new from Steve Edwards latest video .. Congratulations and best of luck ,from one get to another semper f. maga 2020 God bless America

  • @owenbrondo
    @owenbrondo ปีที่แล้ว

    You don’t know the donkey ear trick? You take the ear and bend downward, firmly , it doesn’t hurt them or the ear , it relax them , and they hold perfectly still, a lady that runs a donkey rescue showed us this , our donkeys were like yours , and they are now have perfect feed and are so lovingly bonded to us, unlike a horse , a donkey learns when a person does something to help them .

  • @robertlarson8141
    @robertlarson8141 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, thanks!

  • @keithtaylor6069
    @keithtaylor6069 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Don’t step on your glasses lol
    I really like how you are doing this

  • @RockHardRiffs
    @RockHardRiffs 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved the video!

  • @janeenhodge441
    @janeenhodge441 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    More sweet talkin praise they love singing. They answer back like Turkey's do. Lol persnickety ♥️ 🙏

  • @terrilewis172
    @terrilewis172 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Used to sweep the hoofs with a Broomfield a bit too.

  • @Misskitty15
    @Misskitty15 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Try a rubber curry comb. It's more massaging and most like it!
    Try a shedding blade for loose hair. They like that too.

  • @bobjones1131
    @bobjones1131 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks like getting his balance first, is what keeps them from kicking as much.

  • @leeprism9564
    @leeprism9564 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My dad, a WWII vet, bought two grey, unbroken donkeys, when I was 4 years old. They had never seen each other before. After 4 days, he had them hitched up to pull a buggy, with him and my mom, and my 1 year old baby sister on the seat, and me and my 5 year old sister standing on the board behind the seat. He drove us through Main Street of our little town in the Children’s day parade. Whenever we got to a manhole cover, they’d balk, he’d yell, hold on tight, zap them with a cattle prod, and the donkeys would jump up a couple feet, and move along. I guess he was old school.

  • @milo8425
    @milo8425 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Man I love these videos.
    Could you maybe do a quick overview video on the pros/cons of getting a BLM donk and the basics of donk training/ownership?

  • @GetReady4LiftOff
    @GetReady4LiftOff 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Enjoyed your video my lst look at you.

  • @markbra
    @markbra 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Maybe the best you have done, too!

  • @Grace-th2fk
    @Grace-th2fk ปีที่แล้ว

    My donkey run when he sees the robe 😅

  • @hughmcclanahan2048
    @hughmcclanahan2048 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    So far I would say"lefty" is a good name.

  • @johnhalek9664
    @johnhalek9664 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I want one .

  • @susanacarinopreciado4603
    @susanacarinopreciado4603 ปีที่แล้ว

    Me dormí como 45 minutos y seguía diciendo lo mismo ja ja ja ja ja ja pero es bueno con los burritos Good boy Good boy

  • @rsoubiea
    @rsoubiea 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Call him pig pen, because every time you brush him a puff of dust comes out. Lol.

  • @terrilewis172
    @terrilewis172 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You can put Vaseline on those belly areas to soften the lumps. Easier to remove then. Yearlings are the worse!

  • @bridgetdavlin4771
    @bridgetdavlin4771 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think they like the sound of your voice

  • @thinkinoutloud.1
    @thinkinoutloud.1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best part is when the guy walks all over his glasses. Just kidding.

  • @brownsrvlifecampground9322
    @brownsrvlifecampground9322 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You made a cool video

  • @irishseano
    @irishseano 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I believe you’re correct about broadcasting your movement ahead. Sudden movement seems to always be bad. I’ve also noticed that right before a kick there will be a tail whip. Be aware.

    • @guesswho6946
      @guesswho6946 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Also pen back ears is another sign. Or a foot stomp.They stomp there foot like a litlte kid sometimes when mad.

  • @LHLK-f9t
    @LHLK-f9t 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    We just never go out to them without some sort of a treat and in a couple of days we can't get them away from us. Then we pet them and put a halter on them.

    • @mountainridgegear8172
      @mountainridgegear8172  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@LHLK-f9t treats are a good ice breaker but continually giving treats can create a host of problems. Be careful.

    • @LHLK-f9t
      @LHLK-f9t 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@mountainridgegear8172 that is why you use treats to train with and cut back and eventually off after, anyone who trains knows this

  • @benyaminyisrael4634
    @benyaminyisrael4634 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That donkeys name is Johnny Cash!

  • @anneyrose
    @anneyrose 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have same problem with ferriers shes not picking up back feet i can brush all of her actually ferrier coming today gave a calming syringe crossing fingers its her 4th time, trying.

  • @kneedeepinbluebells5538
    @kneedeepinbluebells5538 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "... from an Indian Reservation ... " God HELP Them - They Are Lucky To Be Alive Already ! The Rez Can Be Really Hard On Any Animal.

  • @user-bx7nw1ve6y
    @user-bx7nw1ve6y 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Boy, you might want to think twice about tying equines to any fence, but particularly a flimsy panel. If he panics and pulls back, there is going to be a big wreck. That's what hitching rails are for.

  • @judithwalker3600
    @judithwalker3600 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I wonder if Monty Roberts' method (The Man Who Listens to Horses) of horse training would work with donkeys. Donkeys are awesome. My first set of hooves was a sweet little jenny.

    • @horseygirl70
      @horseygirl70 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      No it does not. Donkey are differently brained.

  • @rhonajoubin8437
    @rhonajoubin8437 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh, and I hope your glasses survived !

  • @HikeBikePhoto
    @HikeBikePhoto 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Anyone else get anxiety when he walked behind the Donkey?

  • @annszinnyey7867
    @annszinnyey7867 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    He did good on feet my girl just hates back feet up been working on her 2yrs getting better but still a struggle with ferrier😔 im still nervous to do my self i can pet her legs just not lift it she won't tie very well either previous ferrier tied very tight to pole her momma is very good.

  • @feeltheillinois
    @feeltheillinois 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    big cute head

  • @ccinndierella9
    @ccinndierella9 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Maybe it's about your soothing friendly talk? He trusts you. And other donkey effecting the leg lift?

  • @marymidgett2022
    @marymidgett2022 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would like to know how you trained him to tie? I’m working with 2 donkeys with about the same experience. Also, do you ever use a chain lead? I know not to tie them with a chain but they would take off if I didn’t have that initial control.

  • @gtchisholm6979
    @gtchisholm6979 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    DONKEYS LOVE CARROTS

  • @jackofalltrades8353
    @jackofalltrades8353 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I kept watching hoping you didn’t step on your glasses

  • @mukamacharles
    @mukamacharles หลายเดือนก่อน

    Teach me how to train donkeys

  • @corygardner3945
    @corygardner3945 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    There's a bunch of non-domesticated/feral donkeys in my state. I'm thinking about taming one of them and hopefully down the road will use to ride on nearby trails. Do you think it's possible to do without removing them from the natural environment I've found them in? I'm trying to do all the research I can about this.

  • @sheldonm8384
    @sheldonm8384 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's a lot of dust, but do you usually manage it? It's so dirty.

  • @mariamarquez7658
    @mariamarquez7658 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello, I was wondering what breed of donkey this is?

  • @sharongrove9712
    @sharongrove9712 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    you gotta check out marty roberts way too,dude, just for fun