Welcome to Blue Moon Sanctuary! We are a 501(c) (3) Non-Profit and here's a little bit about what we do...... located in Central Texas, we provide a home currently to donkeys, horses, miniature horses, pigs, cats, and a dog. The majority of our animals were rescued from slaughter. We lovingly refer to all of our animals as "Moon Beams." ...be sure to keep scrolling down through the entire page to see all the cuteness!
Our MISSION is to rescue and rehabilitate animals in need and, through those animals, to enhance the emotional well-being of humans.
Our VISION is of a place of compassion, connection, and healing for animals and humans.
Our VALUES we respect all living things. We believe compassion changes lives. We promote the healing power of animals. We believe in a place where all have a chance to become their best selves. We honor the trust of our supporters through high standards of care and responsible financial management.
Our donkeys have all been rescued from kill pens except for the babies that have been born at Blue Moon Sanctuary. Thankfully, they will never have to experience the mistreatment or neglect that their mamas faced. At the Sanctuary, all of the animals are surrounded with so much love & care because of the efforts of Blue Moon Sanctuary, our volunteers, and our donors.
Donkey Fun Fact: Did you know donkeys have excellent memory? They are capable of remembering a place they have been to or other donkeys they met 25 years ago!
Blue Moon is run on donations and volunteers and every little bit donated helps to care for the animals. We hold various events to help raise money for the Sanctuary throughout the year such as community yard sales, sanctuary tours, essential oil health classes, and other local events. If you are interested in learning more about our events send your name and contact info to bluemoonanimalsanctuary@ gmail.com
Meet the animals.....
Donkey Fun Fact: A donkey is capable of hearing another donkey from a distance of 60 miles in proper desert conditions. This is possible because of their large ears!
So what exactly is required to run a Rescue Sanctuary? Well, for starters, spending about $300 on feed every week and over $300 in hay every week to care for all 100+ animals. Then we have to provide any medicines, vet visits, and special supplements. All of this is in addition to the cost of actually RESCUING the animals (transportation fees + fees to rescue). Currently our largest needs are funds for new safe fencing to keep the animals safely in their pastures as well as funds for shelters. Donkey's do not like to be wet (in fact it's not good for their coats) but we need more barns/structures to provide shelter for them all. So, special donations for structures and fencing are always greatly appreciated and much needed!
Meet some of our volunteers...
More Donkey Fun Facts: Just like chimps and monkeys, donkeys in a herd will groom each other to keep themselves clean.
Donkeys can be well-trained, however, it requires quite some patience. Actions or words that will help them to realize that humans mean to protect them will actually earn their trust and eventually, they will lend themselves to training.
Donkeys enjoy rolling on the ground. This is in fact their best pastime. It also helps to keep parasites away and help shed off their winter coat.
Donkeys and horses are often crossbred. The baby of a female horse and a male donkey is known as Mule. Mules are sterile.
The baby of a male horse and a female donkey is known as Hinny (plural: Hinnies).
There are three different types of donkeys based on their height measured at shoulder level. The smallest type is known as Miniature donkey. These miniature breed of donkeys don’t go past the height of 36 inches. The medium type is the Standard breed measuring 36-54 inches and the largest type is the Mammoth breed that measures more than 54 inches.
Donkeys get depressed very easily when left alone. That is the reason why they live in herds. In absence of other donkeys, they will need some other companions like goats or humans.
International Donkeys: China has the highest number of donkeys in the entire world. In Britain, donkeys need to have a passport!