Scared Donkey Learns The Importance Of Trust

Sangria, one of our recent arrivals, is very afraid of humans. Despite our efforts to show her we are just trying to help, she still does not trust anyone. We asked David’s Cazzola from Splendor Hooves to help us out. His training technique was incredible! He was patient with Sangria who was terrified the whole time! He talked to her, pet her, and showed her that all we tried to do was help her. The intensive lesson and training allowed Davide to trim Sangria’s hooves. How incredible is that? A donkey that otherwise would have never had the chance, arrived at Longhopes. The only place that understood her and gave her the opportunity to express herself fully. This video is lengthy but it truly shows the reality of donkeys when they arrive; scared and not trusting. Slowly, with patience, care, and lots of love, we can accomplish what seems to be the “impossible.” For these animals to believe in us and give us an opportunity to show them they are worthy of love and care.