About Us
Mike's Donkeys, when they are not working, spend their summer in a beautiful meadow in Wales, surrounded by a Woodland Trust wood, and their winter housed in a large, warm barn.
When they are working, however, like all donkeys they love the attention they receive, and a healthy, working donkey is a very happy donkey indeed.
To keep Mike and his donkeys both warm and busy in the winter, Mike supplies firewood locally in Wales with the donkeys enjoying working in the woods alongside him to move the timber out.
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Donkey Welfare
The welfare of all the donkeys is of utmost importance and Mike would like to take this opportunity of thanking Liz Ellis and Lionel Ford from the Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary for all the help and assistance they have given him in achieving and maintaining high standards of donkey welfare.
All our donkeys are checked throughout the year by the Donkey Sanctuary (the people who know donkeys). We don't just say it, we can prove it - phone Liz Ellis on 07971 952542 to verify.
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So what do you want Mike's Donkeys for?
Getting close to these calm, gentle animals can be of great benefit to children and adults alike. Riding, stroking, cuddling and talking to them - they love all the attention they can get. Mike's Donkeys are always supervised by our own experienced staff.
We are fully insured for public liability, have a full operator's licence and Enhanced Criminal Record Certificate (for working with children and vulnerable adults).
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Mike's Donkeys are available for:
Our donkeys are also available for promotions, venue openings, theatre, film and TV work.
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Remember - DISTANCE IS NO OBJECT
Our donkeys are very happy travellers!
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Hiring Donkeys
When hiring donkeys for events, visits or parties, etc., there are a few things you should check out in order to protect both yourself and your participants from unscrupulous operators.
- Insurance: ask to see a copy of the operator's insurance relating to their working donkeys to make sure they are covered for public liability.
- Valid Licence: check with the operator's local council to make sure they have a valid licence to work donkeys - even if they have insurance this would be invalid without a licence.
- Enhanced Criminal Record Certificate: ask to see a copy of the operator's Enhanced CRC to make sure that they can work with children or vulnerable adults.
- Check with the Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary: reputable operators will be known by and have dealings with the Donkey Sanctuary - call to ask their opinion on 01395 578 222.
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Buying Donkeys
Anyone thinking of buying a donkey from Mike Thomas is welcome to seek an independent opinion from their local Donkey Sanctuary representative, Lizzie Ellis 07971 952542, who will be able to provide objective advice about the purchase and management of donkeys.
When looking to buy a donkey you need to be vigilant and make sure that the animal is suitable for sale and for your purposes. Here are a few guidelines:
- Get an independant second opinion: to check the health of the donkey and that it will be suitable for you.
- Ask for a Donkey Sanctuary check: these are the people who know about donkeys and can reassure you about your prospective purchase.
- Get informed: attend one of the Donkey Sanctuary Courses which are held around the country free of charge.
- Remember: foals should not be removed from their mothers before six months of age; donkeys should not be ridden before they are four years old; only persons under eight stone in weight and 16 years of age should ride a donkey.
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Contact Mike on 07779 692092 for more information
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