Adopt a Donkey and Stay Connected to the Farm All Year
Stay connected to country life all year round no gumboots required.
Our Virtual Donkey Adoption Program is a lovely way to stay in touch with the gentle rhythm of farm life. Whether you’re adopting for yourself or gifting it to someone special, you’ll receive seasonal updates from the paddock complete with photos, stories, and little snippets of daily life.
Each letter is a friendly nudge from the fence line, a reminder that you’re part of something real.
Why Adopt?
Everyone has a reason.
Some people miss the quiet of the countryside. Others just really love donkeys. And some are on a mission to find a gift that feels a little more meaningful than another candle or bottle of wine.
Maybe you visited the farm and fell in love with a long-eared sweetheart. Maybe your grandkids would melt if they got an email from their adopted donkey. Or maybe you just want a small, happy thing to look forward to each season with a story, a photo, or a laugh from the paddock.
When you adopt, you’re not just supporting the farm. You’re becoming part of it. You’ll follow the seasons, get to know the herd, and find joy in the simple, slightly muddy rhythm of country life.
Because everyone needs a little more heart, and a few more hee-haws, in their inbox.
Who It’s Perfect For:
Animal lovers who wish they had room for one more pet
Grandparents, aunties, or uncles looking for a fun and meaningful gift
Families who visited the farm and want to stay connected
City folk who miss the smell of hay and the sound of peace
Anyone who wants to give a gift that brays instead of fades
Choose Your Adoption Package
Standard – $25 per year
Seasonal email updates from your donkey
A digital photo and personalised adoption certificate
Priority updates about new foals or surprise antics
Premium – $45 per year
Everything in the Standard package
Plus a farm visit voucher so you can meet your donkey in person (and yes, selfies are encouraged)
Not Sure Who to Choose?
Every donkey has its own charm. Some are cuddly, some are curious, and a few are still sneaking sips from mum’s water bucket.
Visit our Donkey Photo Gallery to meet the herd, learn their names and birthdays, and pick the one that feels right for you. You’ll meet the others along the way too through photos, stories, and updates.
Why People Love It
“I can’t visit in person, but getting updates from Mitzy and the crew brings a smile to my face every time.”
— Linda, VIC
“My granddaughter opens her donkey letter before anything else she’s so proud to be a donkey mum’.”
— Janine, SA
How It Works
Meet the herd and choose your favourite donkey
Pick your package Standard or Premium
Complete your adoption through our online shop
We’ll send your welcome pack and you’ll hear from your donkey each season
