It's fair to say the list of things we need to keep our donkeys and mules comfortable, well-fed and loved is nigh-on endless. If you'd like to help by donating the amount needed to purchase one of the items on our wish list (or even part of the cost of one of the items), simply click its name, and a secure donation window will appear. All donations will receive a thank you from us and our donkeys. A tax receipt will be issued for all monetary donations.
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12" Heavy Duty Pouch Laminator$459.001
Needed for lamination of education and public relations materials.
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Portable Panels$145.00 per 10 foot panel10
Portable panels allow us to set up temporary fencing for a variety of purposes such as creating turn-out and recovery areas for injured animals, dividing groups of donkeys to meet nutritional or behavioural needs, and creating 'donkeys only' areas for our open days.
(Seeking in-kind donation, full purchase or partial donation.)
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170 gram Swat Ointment$14.99 eachongoing need
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Barn and Stable Deodorizer$12.99 each2
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Horse Trailer$10,000 +1
Jensen Trailers has been very generous in giving us the use of a two horse stock-type trailer. It does not have a ramp, however, and there are occasions when a ramp is necessary for loading injured animals. We are looking for the donation or purchase of a two horse or larger trailer with a ramp, in good condition (able to pass an MTO safety inspection) to use in these situations.
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Heavy Duty Washer/Dryerin-kind1
With more animals in our care, we are seeing our laundry requirements increase proportionally. In order to wash donkey blankets, we need a heavy-duty or commercial washing machine: preferably energy efficient, large capacity, and top loading (no central agitator). The dryer does not have to be commercial quality, but heavy-duty is preferred.
Seeking in-kind donation.
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42” Poly Tine Fork$24.991
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SoftStall Mats$750.00 for 10x10 stall2
Our 1900's bank barn has a concrete floor, which is cold and ungiving for donkeys on stall rest. Stall mats provide extra cushion and insulation, and SoftStall mats have an additional cushion of chipped rubber, to provide greater comfort for foot-sore donkeys. Seeking in kind, full purchase or partial donation.
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24” Braced Push Broom$36.992
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Wire String Corn Broom$12.992
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Hacksaw$23.491
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Omega Alpha Biotic 8 - 400g or 1kg$39.95 (400g) / $79.95 (1 kg)Ongoing need
This herbal supplement helps promote good digestion and intestinal health - particularly for those donkeys with sensitive digestive systems - by encouraging the growth of beneficial bacterial flora.
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Computer$600.001
(Seeking purchase or in-kind donation.)
HP, IBM or Dell Pentium dual-core 1.8ghz up to 2.6ghz tower system
1GB RAM minimum ( preferably 2 or 4GB )
80 GB hard drive minimum ( 160GB or larger is even better )
DVD-ROM drive ( DVD-RW writer is even better )
Windows XP Professional
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8 volt Surge Bar$62.991
(Seeking purchase or partial donation.)
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23 W Day CFL Light, 2 pack$12.99 per pack2
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Omega Alpha Equine Chill - 1 litre or 1 gallon$39.95 (1 litre) / $139.95 (1 gallon)Ongoing need
This mix of herbal ingredients helps calm donkeys in stressful situations.
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Life Data Farrier's Formula - 11 LB Pail or 44 LB Pail$42.50 (11LB) / $163 (44LB)constant need
We use Farrier’s Formula as a supplement for the donkeys who have difficulty growing healthy hooves.
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Hoffman's Horse Mineral (25kg)$76.00constant need
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Supershield Green Fly Spray$19.95constant need June - November
These environmentally compatible products are safe to use every day with no harmful effects to animals, humans or the environment.
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Fly Masks With Ear Covers$40.00 each44
Finally, we have found a design that is easy to put on and take off and that has ear pockets large enough for the donkeys. We are having them made according to the donkeys’ sizes.
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Life Data Hoof Disinfectant (32 oz. bottle)$19.95constant need June - November
This is a safe and effective topical disinfectant that kills the bacteria and fungi that cause hoof capsule problems.
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Animalintex Poultice Pad$11.95constant need
Animallintex® poultice pad and wound dressing, recommended by top Vets as a must-have first aid item because of its versatility.
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Composting Toilet$4,000 (estimate)1
For years our dedicated volunteers have had to use a portable toilet - in ALL kinds of weather - when they come to help out at the DSC. We would like to be able to provide them with a proper changing area and washroom in the lower barn for their comfort and convenience.
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Wood Shavings$6.00/bagconstant need
We use our stalls for and for donkeys and mules with medical issues. When this is necessary, the stalls are deeply bedded for maximum comfort.
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Thrush Buster$13.95ongoing need
For treatment of thrush, hoof punctures, and cracked hooves in equines.
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Hibitane veterinary ointment (150g)$26.00ongoing need
As an aid in the treatment of fungal infections, eczema, abscesses, foot rot, inflamed anal glands and fissures, chapped teats, skin infections and wounds, and after minor surgery.
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Plastic Basket Pitch Forks$29.954
These pitch forks are essential equipment for picking up manure.
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Vet wrap$2.99ongoing need
This product is extremely useful for hoof wrapping. Self adhesive and easy to apply. Clings to itself, but not to hair or skin. Allows movement without tightening or loosening.  Sheds water and remains lightweight.
