Donkeys

Male donkeys are called jacks and female donkeys are called jennies. Visit this Wikipedia page to find out what baby donkeys are called. You'll also enjoy discovering what they've named a cross between a male horse and a female donkey. All this, plus facts and pop culture tidbits.

Donkeys are quite useful animals. And it turns out they have a good long time to be helpful to people. Donkeys have been known to live as long as 60 years. Some live to be 40 years old, which is considered elderly, but most live to be 25. Find out more here!

Donkeys were first brought to the United States by Mexican explorers during the Gold Rush. Because of their importance to humans and the economy there are organizations set up in effort to keep unwanted or abandoned donkeys safe from harm. Get all the details right here.

From feeding your donkey to frequently asked questions, All About Donkeys has some unique facts for your review. Many features of donkeys resemble that of a horse, but there are also quite a few differences. Can you find them?

You'll enjoy the sweet spin of this article about the darling donkey. Donkeys are strong, smart, hard workers and they make excellent pets. You'll also be able to learn the origination of the saying "stubborn as a mule" in this piece.