A Close Call

Miniature donkeys are sturdy, healthy animals with a long lifespan. But, at times, they can encounter health problems that must be attended to right away. Bottle feeding has specific challenges, and no matter how we try, we can't take the place of God's design for a jennet feeding a foal. Huck accidentally became choked while drinking, resulting in milk in his lungs. Since they are not very efficient at coughing to clear their lungs, pneumonia could possibly develop quickly. After calling our vet, we began him on a round of antibiotic injections. His breathing is still irregular after 24 hours, but we are optimistic that he will fully recover. This little donkey is likely to be a tough and sturdy adult, once we get him past these early months. We sure hope he lives up to his title of, "the little donkey who wouldn't quit."