− | Donkeys and mules are naturally browsers as well as grazers; they appreciate access to hedgerows and tree branches and will readily consume safe trees and shrubs. Provision of safe branches, twigs and logs will provide enrichment for donkeys experiencing restricted access to grazing. Safe shrubs and trees include hazel, ash, sycamore, hawthorn, apple, limited willow, alder, lime, poplar and gorse. Provision of such materials will help to ensure that fencing and stabling are not regarded as food items! Planting and encouraging a variety of donkey-safe shrubs and trees that can be coppiced will provide shelter as well as food and enrichment for your donkeys. Branches can be cut and offered to donkeys or if this is not possible you may purchase cut logs from known tree species. | + | Donkeys and mules are naturally browsers as well as grazers; they appreciate access to hedgerows and tree branches and will readily consume safe trees and shrubs. Provision of safe branches, twigs and logs will provide enrichment for donkeys experiencing restricted access to grazing. Safe shrubs and trees include hazel, ash, sycamore, hawthorn, apple, limited willow, alder, lime, poplar and gorse. Provision of such materials will help to ensure that fencing and stabling are not regarded as food items! Planting and encouraging a variety of donkey-safe shrubs and trees that can be coppiced will provide shelter as well as food and enrichment for your donkeys. Owners can be recommended to cut and offer branches to donkeys or if this is not possible they may purchase cut logs from known tree species. |