it can't be bedtime already

The donks aren't very happy with me at the moment. Not only did they have a visit from the farrier today, but they have spent most of the day shut in the yard. The grass has been growing so fast in the past couple of weeks and they have really been pigging out. Grass to donks is like sweeties and I have noticed that they have gained a bit of weight so I have put them on restricted grazing. This should stop them from getting fat and developing laminitis. Donks easily gain weight because they have a very efficient digestive system because their natural diet, which would be scrubby plants and bushes found on the edge of deserts, is very poor in nutrients. I sometimes wonder if I was a donkey in a former life.

Next week when I have a bit more time I will get the electric fence sorted out and portion off part of the field and for most of the day and they will just have access to that. They will then be given the odd hour on the longer grass.

In this shot I am trying to get them down the hill to the yard after their allotted time on the grass is up. As you can see from Joey Boy's expression, they were not impressed.

[Phil]

That's a great shot - I've never seen a donkey look unimpressed before!

[bernadette mcelligott]

Total fave! I love everything about the shot. Poor donkeys, like bold children

[Alison]

beautiful shot ~ love the donkey and its expression :-) .. fab colour in the sky

[MaryBeth Dailey]

I love this photo! I am not sure if processing gives it this surreal quality or just really good camera and lens. He is not happy ! You have a lovely view there! fav

[Ann Stenson]

Perfect Donk capture! Fav ; )

[Odinn Dagur Bjarnason]

Wow, this is definitely among my favoritest favorites from this site!

[Mary Downing Hahn]

The donkey is obviously not happy-- he wants more of that sweet, green grass! I love the way he's standing there looking glum with a beautiful sunset spread across the sky.

[ThedySue]

That is a darling shot, great colors and composition.

[Beryl Lloyd]

Beautiful Donk capture against a most gorgeous sky!

[Donna]

Donkey attitude, they're full of it. What a great shot, I love it. Fav :)

[elkehochban]

Gorgeous shot!

[Chris]

Lovely shot!

[Decima F]

Gorgeous, with a beautiful background to a very resentful looking donkey !

[Paula Stuart]

Lovely image of the Donk with the lovely sunset behind. Poor boy looks very unimpressed but it's for his own good.

[KAL]

Wonderful capture! Tough love is always difficult! Fav

[Cathie]

This is such a delightful photo. Gorgeous colors and the sky is soooo beautiful. I also love your description -- I feel like I'm getting to know the donks :-)

[Alice Burghart]

Really lovely and I enjoyed learning even more about donkeys. It is a great shot. fav

[seasnappi]

lovely!

[Sarah]

Great shot - and loved the story as well! One unimpressed donk!

[Wendy]

Wonderful expression on the donkey and great capture of a beautiful sky. It all works together so well!
FAV!

[Chris Nowell]

Good one

[kaseja]

i love the composition of this shot!

[Padlock]

Great shot love the expression but also the sky behind him is superb

[Claire]

Beautiful shot; that look - just makes you feel so guilty;0)

[🐞Lucy Dolittle]

How did I miss this one, it is fantastic. LOVE and FAV

[Rachel Mackenzie]

Amazing shot! Love that sunset and the donkey is super cute. Loved reading your intro. Congrats on the PP very much deserved. Add my FAV to the list :)

[Jennifer]

beautiful shot. fav.

[Lisa Pouncy]

Incredible. Instant fav. I love the expression on his face and the background sky is stunning! xx

[Kathryn 🐎]

What an idyllic scene and sweet donkey. I have the same problem with my draught....keeping her off the grass. fav.

[Roe Jan]

The scenery by itself is gorgeous, but the addition of the donkey makes it a FAV.

[Jerri]

love this beautiful land and sky and sweet donkey! and lots of info i never knew either. i wish i had your land AND your donkey! how many acres do you have? just dreamy. fav

[Brenda T. Schwartz]

Looks like he wanted to stay outside and enjoy the view!

[Karin Treff]

Great shot. I love donkeys. I think his expression says it all. The sky is wonderful.

[Petja Albrecht]

Great photo, I really like the different angles on the hills in the background.

[Kate D.]

fav, gorgeous image

[Carys]

Fav, absolutely beautiful!

[Mike]

Great subject for that dramatic background

[Sue Hawkins]

lovely shot Jan!

[Margaret Brown]

Nice shot!

[ZambianLass]

Gorgeous and a fav

[Laura J.]

heehaw...yeah I think I might have some donkey genes too! ;)
Wonderful shot

[Jawo]

Super fav... haha! Love your story so much... am following too!

[Sue Rose]

Oh love this and love your story. What a wonderful expression on his face and a fab sky behind him.

[Judith Greenwood]

Obviously a fav - he can't get down the field, he's only got two legs!

[aikiuser (jenn)]

LOL, this made me smile :-D

[mag]

Love this shot and narrative...a FAV...!!

[Gena Pegg]

This is one of my favorites in awhile. Love the donkey of course...what a winner! The surrounding landscape is so lovely and the colors are spectacular. Truly....beautiful! FAV

[Catherine Pace]

really gorgeous and he definitely looks as if he would like to take you aside and have a quiet word !

[Moira Brown]

I love your donkeys!

[Jo]

This is a wonderful image, instant fav.

[❀ Lynn]

That look says "you and who else" in terms of who will get him to move!! Nice lighting and comp.

[Emma Durnford]

I've just had a chance to have a look at everyones photos - this is beautiful, lovely colours and what an expression on your donkeys face... a 'fave'

[Lee]

Beautiful shot, love Joey boy and the pinky sky.