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Donkeys and Mules

A donkey is a domesticated member of the horse family that is surefooted and can carry heavy loads over rough terrain. A mule is the sterile hybrid offspring of a male donkey and a female horse, characterized by long ears and a short mane.

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How long is a donkey year in human years?

A donkey year is the equivalent of 1.75 human years. The expression "donkey's year" means something takes a very long time.

What size headcollar fits a standard yearling donkey?

A standard yearling donkey typically requires a headcollar size of around 32 to 36 inches, though individual measurements can vary. It's important to measure the donkey's head, particularly the circumference around the nose and the distance from the poll to the nose, to ensure a proper fit. Adjustable headcollars can also provide a more customized fit. Always ensure the headcollar is comfortable and allows for a two-finger gap at the chin.

What does geilded donkeymean?

You mean gelded. This means a male that has been castrated. Most donkeys, like horse, are castrated in their first autumn or the following spring. Only if you want some "masculinity" in your animal do you wait until he is about to reach puberty. Alternatively, you ask the vet to cut the animal "proud" which means to leave in the epididimes.

Can 2 mules make another mule?

no, only a horse and a donkey can. No. A mule is the offspring of a horse and a donkey. The mule, created by these two daring beasts of burden, is born sterile. Nature's little way of saying, "This isn't right!"

What does a newborn donkey weigh?

Baby donkeys are different weights at birth depending on the type of donkeys they are and the size of their parents. However, the average weight of a baby donkey is anywhere from 15 to 25 pounds.

What is the meaning of the phrase donkey drill?

There does not seem to be a phrase "donkey drill" anywhere online. Perhaps it is a regional saying in your area.

Can a mule produce young?

There have been a rare few fertile mules, but they are the exception not the rule.

Why does a stallion jump on top of a male donkey or jack?

A stallion may jump on top of a male donkey or jack for any of several reasons. He may be angry and picking a fight. He may be playing and trying to get the donkey to play too. He may want to exert dominance over the donkey, showing him who is the boss. Young colts/stallions commonly mount other animals and equines. This is instinctual and readies them for learning to breed a mare later when they are ready. Also, because he is a stallion and the mating instinct is very, very strong, he may not understand that the donkey isn't a mare and think he can breed him.

How would you determine whether horeses and donkeys should be classified as members of the same species?

Species are basically differentiated by similar features and the ability to have fertile offspring within a specific group of organisms. Horses and donkeys are not the same species because, although they can breed and have offspring (mules), the mules cannot mate.

How does a zebra find a mate?

A Zebra Finds a mate by Calling our making sounds to the other Zebra.

What is a seath on a horse?

a male horse's seath is...the.....under his back legs that's the seath it may be also called the penus

What role did donkeys play in the Columbian Exchange?

Donkeys were brought from the Europeans to he New World during the Columbian Exchange. Donkeys were among the animals that helped with work as they were beasts of burden.

What are some donkeys?

they are a big fat brute called Biao and sometimes is called a kuku named Niuniu

Was john Simpsons donkey a girl or boy?

Duffy was a girl mURPHY WAS A BOY BUT THEY were the same donKEY

What is parry gripp?

its not WHAT he is but WHO he is. he is a singer, former rock singer, and he makes adorable songs on youtube, like nom nom nom, hamster mania, this is my ringtone, spaghetti cat, cat flushin the toilet, and more

What are facts about the minotaur?

  • that the minotaur was the head of a bull on a humans head
  • the minotaur was held in the labyrinth
  • the minotaur only killed the people and did not eat them

What is a jinny mule?

A Jenny is a a female donkey, a hinny is a female mule.

If I had a donkey and he wouldn't go Do your think I'd beat him Oh no no?

I'd put him in a barn, and feed him some corn. He'd be the best donkey that ever was born.