The Rescue Story of Cricket – Miniature Donkey

  • Name

    Cricket

  • Species

    Miniature Donkey

  • Condition at Rescue

    Born at sanctuary

  • Disposition

    Laid back
Cricket

Rescued On

2021

Rescue Location

Safari Animal Sanctuary

Current Status

Healthy young adult

Rescue Background Story

Cricket was born at the sanctuary to Bella and Little Joe.

He grew up learning herd dynamics within the sanctuary environment and now lives peacefully with his father and zebra companion.

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Daily Care & Feeding Details

Morning Feeding

Time: 6 AM

Feed Mix:

24‑hour pasture grazing; when grass is limited the diet is supplemented with hay and a small portion of pelleted horse feed. Treats include Knicker Makers, apples, and carrots.

Evening Feeding

Time: 6 PM

Feed Mix:

24‑hour pasture grazing; when grass is limited the diet is supplemented with hay and a small portion of pelleted horse feed. Treats include Knicker Makers, apples, and carrots.

Fencing & Enclosure

Cricket lives with his father Little Joe and the zebra Silverdale.

Water Facilities

Water provided in troughs that are cleaned and refilled daily.

Hygiene & Cleaning

Pasture areas are checked daily and feeding areas cleaned to prevent waste buildup.

Medical Care & Progress Updates

  • Routine wellness monitoring
  • Hoof maintenance
  • Diet and weight checks
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Gallery

Life at the Sanctuary

Joyful mornings. Lazy afternoons. Playful evenings.

Our residents enjoy every moment of their new life — and you can be part of it!
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