Quick Guide: Building Trust With Your Donkey

Why I’d Rather Lead a Donkey Than Motivate One
The best training doesn’t come from pressure or pushing — it comes from building trust. In this short guide, you’ll learn how to recognize when your donkey is ready to connect, how to use gentle touch, and how to let trust lead the way instead of force.

Whether you’re starting with a young mule like Alaska or working with an older burro, these principles will help your donkey choose to follow you.

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⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Why I’d Rather Lead a Donkey Than Motivate One
→ A new way to think about trust and leadership

00:30 – Step 1: Observe & Meet Them Where They Are
→ How to read your donkey’s body language and begin safely

01:30 – Step 2: Gentle Introductions & Touch
→ Simple ways to build comfort and relaxation through calm contact

02:30 – Step 3: Handling Feet & Small Tasks
→ Short, positive sessions that build confidence instead of fear

03:30 – Step 4: Building Choice & Encouraging Following
→ Why donkeys (and mules) learn best when they have a say

04:30 – Final Thoughts & Takeaways
→ Let trust be the motivation — not pressure or force

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