We have some very sad news to share, Terri Morris, one of our Northern Region members sadly passed away in the early hours of Friday morning after a very short illness. Terri, along with her husband John supported many donkey events and will be sadly missed. John has asked us to share his very sad […]
The Purple Poppies tour from Richmond is heading to the REME Museum. The REME Museum in Lyneham, Wiltshire, is proud to announce that ‘The Purple Richmond Poppies’ will be displayed at the museum throughout Summer 2025 in tribute to the sacrifice of animals in war. On show from 1 July – 7 September, the REME […]
Animal Allies: Discover the Silent Partners of the Armed Forces together with the beautiful ‘Richmond Poppies’ . . . The Green Howards Museum is proud to announce a captivating new special exhibition titled “Animal Allies: Discover the Silent Partners of the Armed Forces,” set to run from February through to December 2025. This exhibition […]
This months https://thecountrysmallholder.com/ features an in depth article on our beloved Donkeys. On the cover is The Three Wise Ladies photographed by Keith Glover, owned by DBS members, the Glover family and left to right is Flo, Pheobe and Abbie. Flo an Abbie are full sisters and Pheobe is their half sister. Editor Liz Wright is […]
Cheshire Military Museum and the Donkey Breed Society’s Purple Poppies Exhibition highlight the role of animals in war for Remembrance Day Cascading purple poppies commemorating the role played by animals in war have gone on display with traditional red poppy highlights at Cheshire Military Museum from November 7th. The new temporary exhibition, including the purple poppies, honours […]
Congratulations to our top Champions, who achieved their successes at the recent National Championship Show, held at Moreton Morrel on Saturday 17th August. The sun shone, there were classes ranging from Pet, to Condition & Turnout, to breed classes, classes for Juniors and a variety of Driving classes, plus raffle, shop and lots of opportunities […]
Following notice of an incredibly upsetting situation involving the abuse of a members donkey by an as yet unknown perpetrator we would urge everyone to consider their security surrounding yards and fields. If possible CCTV and an Alarm may be considered. Install security lights Visits to the yard or field should be frequent and if […]
Updates have been made to the Livestock Export Regulations. Anyone transporting Donkeys overseas are advised to familiarise themselves with the updated regulations and the differing rules for live export from Northern Ireland as to those from the rest of the United Kingdom. Livestock Export Regulations Update
We want to continue to recognise those farriers that take on board the fact that donkeys are different to ponies and horses. We are in awe of those that have clearly gone out of their way to learn as much as possible about our lovely long-ears! They deserve to be recognised. All you have to […]
Want to have a go and not sure where to begin? Want to come along and watch some fabulous donkeys in action? Every year lots of our members look forward to taking part, having a go at fun activities, enjoying a great day out. You don’t have to own a donkey to come along and […]
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