Why donkeys?Donkeys are good for the soul. They have affectionate natures, are intelligent, friendly and make lovable, wonderful pets. There is nothing more wonderful than walking out into the paddock and having all of the donkeys come to greet you, and just want you to pat them and give them a kind word as they nuzzle up to you. They also present an investment opportunity as there is a steady demand for well bred, registered Miniature Mediterranean Donkeys. How to look after them?Donkeys are hardy animals but do need a minimum of 2 acres to graze, shelter from wind and sun, good quality hay, a mineral lick, fresh water and company, (another Donkey is ideal). They also need their feet trimming and to be de-wormed about every 3 months, and should have their teeth checked by an Equine Dentist every year. Price range?Registered 100% American Miniature Mediterranean Donkeys (AMMD) range in price from $4.400 for a gelding, up to $13,200 for a mature imported Jenny in foal with unique bloodlines. Prices depend upon the bloodlines, conformation, colour and training of Donkey. Some exceptional breeding animals have been sold in Australia for as much as $20,000. JOY Miniature Donkey Stud Established in 1999, JOY Miniature Donkey Stud now boasts a herd of 32 outstanding 100% American Miniature Mediterranean Donkeys. Our stud has produced Supreme Show Champions and winners in foal, yearling, Jenny, brood Jenny and Jack classes. American Miniature Mediterranean Donkeys were first imported into Australia and New Zealand in the 1990’s from the USA. These unique little animals were originally descended from Donkeys imported into the US in the 1920’s from Sicily and Sardinia. JOY Miniature Donkey Stud is delighted to have had the opportunity to import 8 Donkeys from USA, and 3 from New Zealand, in order to introduce new bloodlines into Australia. JOY Miniature Donkey Stud is dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the American Miniature Mediterranean Donkey breed. | 
