New members receive a booklet on the care of the donkey

The booklet is available if you are a member from the Secretary but, if you need to contact a representative for advice click here.

1. Secretary — Wendy Macpherson
   183 Highway 56, R.D. 7, Palmerston North 4477
   Ph: 06 329 9869 (027) 238 2101
   E-mail

Recommended Reading:

Resources to borrow:

The Donkey & Mule Society of New Zealand has an extensive library of books and videos available to members. A list of books is on the Society's web page at: Library

Books to buy:

The society also sells some of the best books on donkey care and management at almost cost price. Sherryn Green runs the society's Shop. or check Donkey & Mule Dispatch for prices and her contact details.

The Definitive Donkey, Betsy & Paul Hutchins and revised by Leah Patton. 305 pages of clear information on care and feeding, breeding and training.

Donkey Foaling Manual, Bonnie Gross. 241 pages. Excellent, comprehensive coverage on all aspects of breeding donkeys and the care of foals. Although written for miniatures it is applicable to all donkeys.

For cost - check in Donkey & Mule Dispatch, contact the Secretary, or check the society's web site Sales Table

Other help is now available

Photos of needy donkeys on this site