953 nut 58,300 #1 Posted May 8 World Donkey Day is celebrated on May 8 every year. It is a day dedicated to recognizing the donkey and bringing attention to their many amazing characteristics. For many years, the donkey has been of great service to humans. All around the world, this animal has served as a beast of burden and mount. It has survived and thrived even in areas with harsh climates and tough terrains. Donkeys are known for their endurance and persistence. This makes them respected and loveable animals. Their ability to succeed is partly due to their stubborn nature. World Donkey Day was created by Ark Raziq, a scientist whose focus is on desert animals. He realized that the hardworking donkey wasn’t being recognized for its efforts in building our society. Their input has improved the quality of life for people all around the world. He started by creating a Facebook group talking about the animal. In 2018, World Donkey Day was officially set up and it’s been celebrated every year since. Its purpose is to spread information about donkeys and how they impact human lives. The modern donkey has two ancestors, both subspecies of the African wild ass, namely, the Somali wild ass and the Nubian wild ass. Current evidence suggests that donkeys have been working for humans for centuries. Donkeys are bred all around the world for their various uses. Donkeys helped build a society by providing energy before there was electricity or steam power. They can travel long distances, they are sturdy, somewhat self-sufficient, and they can bear some really harsh conditions. These animals are respected and celebrated for their strength and diligence. They do not shy away from work. They are capable of pulling cargo for miles, which is where the idea of donkey pull carts comes from. They can work much longer and harder than most other animals. Their running speed can get up to 31 miles per hour. Their life span is between 50 to 54 years. 4 1 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ri702bill 9,067 #2 Posted Thursday at 12:57 PM If'n they are that stubborn, ya may have to celebrate it on the 8th and into the 9th.... 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SylvanLakeWH 27,735 #3 Posted Thursday at 02:34 PM Great... Mrs. Sylvan now thinks there is a World Day honoring me... except she uses the two word version - Jack A$$... 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Handy Don 13,446 #4 Posted Thursday at 02:37 PM (edited) I was a pre-teen when, in response to our neighbors having pony, my Dad brought home a burro--a Jenny, to be specific. It fell to me as the oldest to coax her to take a blanket, then a bridle, then a saddle, then a rider. Ginger snap cookies were her reward! She kicked me off a few times but I was young and sturdy then. My brothers and I rode her for hours at a time all over creation for many years and I can vouch for the strength and durability. She would walk or canter but not trot or gallop. Also, she would simply refuse to go anywhere with unsure footing which limited the risks we ignorant kids could dream up (our friend with the pony was less fortunate). Edited Thursday at 02:37 PM by Handy Don 3 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 15,961 #5 Posted Friday at 01:52 PM 23 hours ago, Handy Don said: She kicked me off a few times but I was young and sturdy then. That explains a lot! 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne0 995 #6 Posted Friday at 08:57 PM On 5/8/2025 at 6:57 AM, 953 nut said: World Donkey Day is celebrated on May 8 every year. It is a day dedicated to recognizing the donkey and bringing attention to their many amazing characteristics. For many years, the donkey has been of great service to humans. All around the world, this animal has served as a beast of burden and mount. It has survived and thrived even in areas with harsh climates and tough terrains. Donkeys are known for their endurance and persistence. This makes them respected and loveable animals. Their ability to succeed is partly due to their stubborn nature. World Donkey Day was created by Ark Raziq, a scientist whose focus is on desert animals. He realized that the hardworking donkey wasn’t being recognized for its efforts in building our society. Their input has improved the quality of life for people all around the world. He started by creating a Facebook group talking about the animal. In 2018, World Donkey Day was officially set up and it’s been celebrated every year since. Its purpose is to spread information about donkeys and how they impact human lives. The modern donkey has two ancestors, both subspecies of the African wild ass, namely, the Somali wild ass and the Nubian wild ass. Current evidence suggests that donkeys have been working for humans for centuries. Donkeys are bred all around the world for their various uses. Donkeys helped build a society by providing energy before there was electricity or steam power. They can travel long distances, they are sturdy, somewhat self-sufficient, and they can bear some really harsh conditions. These animals are respected and celebrated for their strength and diligence. They do not shy away from work. They are capable of pulling cargo for miles, which is where the idea of donkey pull carts comes from. They can work much longer and harder than most other animals. Their running speed can get up to 31 miles per hour. Their life span is between 50 to 54 years. Growing up, I don't think I ever missed an episode of "The Little Rascals". 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
