The Donkey Sanctuary of Canada
@the-dsc.bsky.social
The Donkey Sanctuary of Canada is a not-for-profit registered charity. Our mission is to provide a lifelong home to donkeys, mules and hinnies that are unwanted, neglected or abused and we promote the responsible stewardship of all animals.
It’s National Maple Syrup Day, and we couldn’t resist shining the spotlight on our very own Maple!
Since arriving at the DSC in March 2025, Maple has shown us just how sweet she is (fitting name, right?).
Happy Maple Syrup Day from Maple — no tapping required
Since arriving at the DSC in March 2025, Maple has shown us just how sweet she is (fitting name, right?).
Happy Maple Syrup Day from Maple — no tapping required
December 17, 2025 at 3:14 PM
It’s National Maple Syrup Day, and we couldn’t resist shining the spotlight on our very own Maple!
Since arriving at the DSC in March 2025, Maple has shown us just how sweet she is (fitting name, right?).
Happy Maple Syrup Day from Maple — no tapping required
Since arriving at the DSC in March 2025, Maple has shown us just how sweet she is (fitting name, right?).
Happy Maple Syrup Day from Maple — no tapping required
So grateful to The Braytones for sharing their wonderful voices at our final Holiday Open Day of the year!
Your music added such a warm, festive feeling to the day and brought smiles to visitors, volunteers, and even a few donkeys.
Thank you for helping us end the season on such a joyful note!
Your music added such a warm, festive feeling to the day and brought smiles to visitors, volunteers, and even a few donkeys.
Thank you for helping us end the season on such a joyful note!
December 16, 2025 at 2:56 PM
So grateful to The Braytones for sharing their wonderful voices at our final Holiday Open Day of the year!
Your music added such a warm, festive feeling to the day and brought smiles to visitors, volunteers, and even a few donkeys.
Thank you for helping us end the season on such a joyful note!
Your music added such a warm, festive feeling to the day and brought smiles to visitors, volunteers, and even a few donkeys.
Thank you for helping us end the season on such a joyful note!
International Animal Rights Day, December 10th, is a powerful reminder that every animal deserves safety, dignity, and compassion.
Today, we reaffirm our commitment to caring for them, and sharing their stories so more people can understand just how incredible they truly are.
#IntlAnimalRightsDay
Today, we reaffirm our commitment to caring for them, and sharing their stories so more people can understand just how incredible they truly are.
#IntlAnimalRightsDay
December 10, 2025 at 4:58 PM
International Animal Rights Day, December 10th, is a powerful reminder that every animal deserves safety, dignity, and compassion.
Today, we reaffirm our commitment to caring for them, and sharing their stories so more people can understand just how incredible they truly are.
#IntlAnimalRightsDay
Today, we reaffirm our commitment to caring for them, and sharing their stories so more people can understand just how incredible they truly are.
#IntlAnimalRightsDay
Happy December Birthdays to Pippin, Heather, and Josh!
We’re celebrating three wonderful donkeys this month, and we hope you’ll join us in sending them all the warm birthday wishes they deserve!
Each of these donkeys brings so much joy to the sanctuary!
We’re celebrating three wonderful donkeys this month, and we hope you’ll join us in sending them all the warm birthday wishes they deserve!
Each of these donkeys brings so much joy to the sanctuary!
December 9, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Happy December Birthdays to Pippin, Heather, and Josh!
We’re celebrating three wonderful donkeys this month, and we hope you’ll join us in sending them all the warm birthday wishes they deserve!
Each of these donkeys brings so much joy to the sanctuary!
We’re celebrating three wonderful donkeys this month, and we hope you’ll join us in sending them all the warm birthday wishes they deserve!
Each of these donkeys brings so much joy to the sanctuary!
Special Open Day this Sunday, December 14! This event is fully sold out, and only guests with confirmed tickets and Annual Passholders will be admitted. Walk-in tickets will NOT be available. The Braytones choir will begin singing in the Learning Centre at 4:00pm, finishing around 4:30–4:45pm.
December 8, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Special Open Day this Sunday, December 14! This event is fully sold out, and only guests with confirmed tickets and Annual Passholders will be admitted. Walk-in tickets will NOT be available. The Braytones choir will begin singing in the Learning Centre at 4:00pm, finishing around 4:30–4:45pm.
Happy International Volunteer Day!
To everyone who gives their time and heart to the donkeys: thank you. We couldn’t do this work without you, and we’re grateful for you every single day.
#InternationalVolunteerDay #DonkeySanctuaryOfCanada #ThankYouVolunteers
To everyone who gives their time and heart to the donkeys: thank you. We couldn’t do this work without you, and we’re grateful for you every single day.
#InternationalVolunteerDay #DonkeySanctuaryOfCanada #ThankYouVolunteers
December 5, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Happy International Volunteer Day!
To everyone who gives their time and heart to the donkeys: thank you. We couldn’t do this work without you, and we’re grateful for you every single day.
#InternationalVolunteerDay #DonkeySanctuaryOfCanada #ThankYouVolunteers
To everyone who gives their time and heart to the donkeys: thank you. We couldn’t do this work without you, and we’re grateful for you every single day.
#InternationalVolunteerDay #DonkeySanctuaryOfCanada #ThankYouVolunteers
As evening rolls in, the donkeys get a last night check as they settle down for the night.
Because of you, our donkeys can rest easy. Your Giving Tuesday donations ensure comfort, care, and security every single night of the year.
www.thedonkeysanctuary.ca/giving-tuesd...
Because of you, our donkeys can rest easy. Your Giving Tuesday donations ensure comfort, care, and security every single night of the year.
www.thedonkeysanctuary.ca/giving-tuesd...
December 2, 2025 at 10:01 PM
As evening rolls in, the donkeys get a last night check as they settle down for the night.
Because of you, our donkeys can rest easy. Your Giving Tuesday donations ensure comfort, care, and security every single night of the year.
www.thedonkeysanctuary.ca/giving-tuesd...
Because of you, our donkeys can rest easy. Your Giving Tuesday donations ensure comfort, care, and security every single night of the year.
www.thedonkeysanctuary.ca/giving-tuesd...
Midday moments made possible by your thoughtfulness!
As the sun climbs higher, our donkeys receive hands-on care that keeps them comfortable and content.
Your Giving Tuesday donation supports farrier visits, veterinary care, and the enrichment that keeps our donkeys healthy in both body and spirit.
As the sun climbs higher, our donkeys receive hands-on care that keeps them comfortable and content.
Your Giving Tuesday donation supports farrier visits, veterinary care, and the enrichment that keeps our donkeys healthy in both body and spirit.
December 2, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Midday moments made possible by your thoughtfulness!
As the sun climbs higher, our donkeys receive hands-on care that keeps them comfortable and content.
Your Giving Tuesday donation supports farrier visits, veterinary care, and the enrichment that keeps our donkeys healthy in both body and spirit.
As the sun climbs higher, our donkeys receive hands-on care that keeps them comfortable and content.
Your Giving Tuesday donation supports farrier visits, veterinary care, and the enrichment that keeps our donkeys healthy in both body and spirit.
Giving Tuesday begins with the sunrise.
Every day at the donkey sanctuary begins with quiet care and compassion and gentle routines that are only possible because of kind supporters like you. Thank you for making their mornings bright!
www.thedonkeysanctuary.ca/giving-tuesd...
Every day at the donkey sanctuary begins with quiet care and compassion and gentle routines that are only possible because of kind supporters like you. Thank you for making their mornings bright!
www.thedonkeysanctuary.ca/giving-tuesd...
December 2, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Giving Tuesday begins with the sunrise.
Every day at the donkey sanctuary begins with quiet care and compassion and gentle routines that are only possible because of kind supporters like you. Thank you for making their mornings bright!
www.thedonkeysanctuary.ca/giving-tuesd...
Every day at the donkey sanctuary begins with quiet care and compassion and gentle routines that are only possible because of kind supporters like you. Thank you for making their mornings bright!
www.thedonkeysanctuary.ca/giving-tuesd...
Introducing the two newest faces at the DSC! Todd (with his distinctive black nose) and his buddy Tucker (a handsome grey) arrived on November 4th, and they’re already settling in beautifully.
These two boys came from a caring home that simply needed some help balancing winter farm management.
These two boys came from a caring home that simply needed some help balancing winter farm management.
December 1, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Introducing the two newest faces at the DSC! Todd (with his distinctive black nose) and his buddy Tucker (a handsome grey) arrived on November 4th, and they’re already settling in beautifully.
These two boys came from a caring home that simply needed some help balancing winter farm management.
These two boys came from a caring home that simply needed some help balancing winter farm management.
A sincere thank you to Jo's Snowflake Fund at @torontofdn.bsky.social for their thoughtful donation to The Donkey Sanctuary of Canada!
We’re so appreciative to have you as part of our caring community. Thank you for making a real difference!
We’re so appreciative to have you as part of our caring community. Thank you for making a real difference!
November 28, 2025 at 6:49 PM
A sincere thank you to Jo's Snowflake Fund at @torontofdn.bsky.social for their thoughtful donation to The Donkey Sanctuary of Canada!
We’re so appreciative to have you as part of our caring community. Thank you for making a real difference!
We’re so appreciative to have you as part of our caring community. Thank you for making a real difference!
Have you met Captain, our resident barn cat? We think he may be just a tiny bit confused about his species..
We’re not saying he thinks he’s a donkey… but if he suddenly starts braying, we won’t be totally surprised!
We’re not saying he thinks he’s a donkey… but if he suddenly starts braying, we won’t be totally surprised!
November 26, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Have you met Captain, our resident barn cat? We think he may be just a tiny bit confused about his species..
We’re not saying he thinks he’s a donkey… but if he suddenly starts braying, we won’t be totally surprised!
We’re not saying he thinks he’s a donkey… but if he suddenly starts braying, we won’t be totally surprised!
Our mini mule, Miss Jenny, recently enjoyed a tasty seasonal treat! When she first arrived at the DSC, she was extremely nervous and kept her distance from people, but with patience and kindness, Miss Jenny has learned to trust.
Living comfortably in our Special Care paddock, she is flourishing!
Living comfortably in our Special Care paddock, she is flourishing!
November 24, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Our mini mule, Miss Jenny, recently enjoyed a tasty seasonal treat! When she first arrived at the DSC, she was extremely nervous and kept her distance from people, but with patience and kindness, Miss Jenny has learned to trust.
Living comfortably in our Special Care paddock, she is flourishing!
Living comfortably in our Special Care paddock, she is flourishing!
Big thank you to Kahn Forge, Inc. for their thoughtful donation of Durasole to the DSC. Your kindness is already making a difference for our long-eared friends, including sweet Justin!
Durasole is a hoof-hardening treatment.
Thank you for helping our donkeys stay happy and hoof-strong!
Durasole is a hoof-hardening treatment.
Thank you for helping our donkeys stay happy and hoof-strong!
November 23, 2025 at 1:07 AM
Big thank you to Kahn Forge, Inc. for their thoughtful donation of Durasole to the DSC. Your kindness is already making a difference for our long-eared friends, including sweet Justin!
Durasole is a hoof-hardening treatment.
Thank you for helping our donkeys stay happy and hoof-strong!
Durasole is a hoof-hardening treatment.
Thank you for helping our donkeys stay happy and hoof-strong!
Our Special Holiday Open Days are coming up on November 30, December 7, and December 14, and advance tickets are now available. These days fill up quickly, so be sure to book ahead and enjoy a peaceful seasonal visit with the donkeys and mules.
www.thedonkeysanctuary.ca/special-open...
www.thedonkeysanctuary.ca/special-open...
November 19, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Our Special Holiday Open Days are coming up on November 30, December 7, and December 14, and advance tickets are now available. These days fill up quickly, so be sure to book ahead and enjoy a peaceful seasonal visit with the donkeys and mules.
www.thedonkeysanctuary.ca/special-open...
www.thedonkeysanctuary.ca/special-open...
Welcome Buttons and Bonnie! They came to us from a very caring home when their elderly caregivers knew the donkeys needed more care than they could keep up with.
Bonnie gave the pickup team a little challenge during loading, but with plenty of donkey diplomacy, everyone made it back safe and sound!
Bonnie gave the pickup team a little challenge during loading, but with plenty of donkey diplomacy, everyone made it back safe and sound!
November 18, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Welcome Buttons and Bonnie! They came to us from a very caring home when their elderly caregivers knew the donkeys needed more care than they could keep up with.
Bonnie gave the pickup team a little challenge during loading, but with plenty of donkey diplomacy, everyone made it back safe and sound!
Bonnie gave the pickup team a little challenge during loading, but with plenty of donkey diplomacy, everyone made it back safe and sound!
On Nov 6th we said goodbye to Da Vinci, who was peacefully euthanized after sustaining a serious tendon injury. At 39 years old, Da Vinci lived an extraordinary life filled with friendship and wisdom. We are grateful for his grace, spirit, and years of companionship. We will keep him in our hearts.
November 17, 2025 at 4:47 PM
On Nov 6th we said goodbye to Da Vinci, who was peacefully euthanized after sustaining a serious tendon injury. At 39 years old, Da Vinci lived an extraordinary life filled with friendship and wisdom. We are grateful for his grace, spirit, and years of companionship. We will keep him in our hearts.
Luke and Franny have started on arthritis meds to help keep them comfortable through the colder months. Their treatment began a little early because of the chill. They are doing well!
Luke lives in our Special Care herd, while Franny enjoys life with the minis and both are thriving. #DonkeyCare
Luke lives in our Special Care herd, while Franny enjoys life with the minis and both are thriving. #DonkeyCare
November 12, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Luke and Franny have started on arthritis meds to help keep them comfortable through the colder months. Their treatment began a little early because of the chill. They are doing well!
Luke lives in our Special Care herd, while Franny enjoys life with the minis and both are thriving. #DonkeyCare
Luke lives in our Special Care herd, while Franny enjoys life with the minis and both are thriving. #DonkeyCare
Donkeys can be protective by nature, but relying on them for predator control can put them at risk and it doesn't always work. Apollo and Sherlock are examples of donkeys who were neglected when they failed to do a job they were never meant to do. Livestock guardian dogs are a far better choice.
November 10, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Donkeys can be protective by nature, but relying on them for predator control can put them at risk and it doesn't always work. Apollo and Sherlock are examples of donkeys who were neglected when they failed to do a job they were never meant to do. Livestock guardian dogs are a far better choice.
We’re heading to the Royal!
We're excited to share that we’ll have a booth at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair again this year! We'll be there from November 7th to 10th.
Come by and meet members of our team, and discover how the DSC is making a difference for equines in need.
We're excited to share that we’ll have a booth at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair again this year! We'll be there from November 7th to 10th.
Come by and meet members of our team, and discover how the DSC is making a difference for equines in need.
November 5, 2025 at 2:52 PM
We’re heading to the Royal!
We're excited to share that we’ll have a booth at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair again this year! We'll be there from November 7th to 10th.
Come by and meet members of our team, and discover how the DSC is making a difference for equines in need.
We're excited to share that we’ll have a booth at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair again this year! We'll be there from November 7th to 10th.
Come by and meet members of our team, and discover how the DSC is making a difference for equines in need.
Holiday Shopping at the Long Ears Boutique!
The Long Ears Boutique will be open for Holiday shopping every Monday and Friday from 9:00am–12:00pm, beginning November 24 until December 19. (The barnyard will NOT be open during this time - boutique access only)
long-ears-boutique.myshopify.com
The Long Ears Boutique will be open for Holiday shopping every Monday and Friday from 9:00am–12:00pm, beginning November 24 until December 19. (The barnyard will NOT be open during this time - boutique access only)
long-ears-boutique.myshopify.com
November 4, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Holiday Shopping at the Long Ears Boutique!
The Long Ears Boutique will be open for Holiday shopping every Monday and Friday from 9:00am–12:00pm, beginning November 24 until December 19. (The barnyard will NOT be open during this time - boutique access only)
long-ears-boutique.myshopify.com
The Long Ears Boutique will be open for Holiday shopping every Monday and Friday from 9:00am–12:00pm, beginning November 24 until December 19. (The barnyard will NOT be open during this time - boutique access only)
long-ears-boutique.myshopify.com
Watson and his brother, Sherlock, first arrived at the DSC in the spring of 2017 after their former owner no longer wished to keep them as guard animals. A shy but sweet soul, Watson unexpectedly passed away while out in the field on Oct 10th.
Watson touched many hearts and will be missed.
Watson touched many hearts and will be missed.
November 3, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Watson and his brother, Sherlock, first arrived at the DSC in the spring of 2017 after their former owner no longer wished to keep them as guard animals. A shy but sweet soul, Watson unexpectedly passed away while out in the field on Oct 10th.
Watson touched many hearts and will be missed.
Watson touched many hearts and will be missed.
We'll be at the Foxwood Christmas Market on Nov 29th! Visit our table where you’ll also find a selection of festive favourites from our Long Ears Boutique. All proceeds directly support the donkeys in our care. Limited quantities will be available at the event.
#DonkeySanctuary
#DonkeySanctuary
October 28, 2025 at 3:37 PM
We'll be at the Foxwood Christmas Market on Nov 29th! Visit our table where you’ll also find a selection of festive favourites from our Long Ears Boutique. All proceeds directly support the donkeys in our care. Limited quantities will be available at the event.
#DonkeySanctuary
#DonkeySanctuary
Happy 3rd Birthday, Gwyn!
We welcomed baby Gwyn into the world at 8:30pm on October 27, 2022. It's hard to believe this beautiful girl is already three years old!
She’s grown into a stunning young donkey who’s always eager to learn about the world around her.
#DonkeyBirthday #Donkeys
We welcomed baby Gwyn into the world at 8:30pm on October 27, 2022. It's hard to believe this beautiful girl is already three years old!
She’s grown into a stunning young donkey who’s always eager to learn about the world around her.
#DonkeyBirthday #Donkeys
October 27, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Happy 3rd Birthday, Gwyn!
We welcomed baby Gwyn into the world at 8:30pm on October 27, 2022. It's hard to believe this beautiful girl is already three years old!
She’s grown into a stunning young donkey who’s always eager to learn about the world around her.
#DonkeyBirthday #Donkeys
We welcomed baby Gwyn into the world at 8:30pm on October 27, 2022. It's hard to believe this beautiful girl is already three years old!
She’s grown into a stunning young donkey who’s always eager to learn about the world around her.
#DonkeyBirthday #Donkeys
There’s a special kind of peace in the air at the DSC this time of year.
Last Open Day is this Sunday before the regular season ends, but then we’ll be open for three special Holiday Open Days on Nov 30, Dec 7 & Dec 14! Advance tickets available online
www.thedonkeysanctuary.ca/visit-us/
Last Open Day is this Sunday before the regular season ends, but then we’ll be open for three special Holiday Open Days on Nov 30, Dec 7 & Dec 14! Advance tickets available online
www.thedonkeysanctuary.ca/visit-us/
October 22, 2025 at 2:59 PM
There’s a special kind of peace in the air at the DSC this time of year.
Last Open Day is this Sunday before the regular season ends, but then we’ll be open for three special Holiday Open Days on Nov 30, Dec 7 & Dec 14! Advance tickets available online
www.thedonkeysanctuary.ca/visit-us/
Last Open Day is this Sunday before the regular season ends, but then we’ll be open for three special Holiday Open Days on Nov 30, Dec 7 & Dec 14! Advance tickets available online
www.thedonkeysanctuary.ca/visit-us/