Is Mijas council going to retire the donkeys?

Is Mijas council going to retire the donkeys?

Mijas council is going ahead with plans for a ‘recreational park’ for its emblematic donkey-taxis at the southern access road, featuring spacious stables and leisure areas. The plan, currently in the ‘proposal stage’ for design, hopes to improve animal welfare and promote interaction with the donkeys in semi-freedom. The council envisions a space where visitors can learn about this archetypal… Source

Farming’s Most Underrated Hero: The Donkey

GREENWICH, N.Y. — For thousands of years, donkeys have quietly shaped the way we farm, transport goods, and survive in challenging landscapes. Although people often think of horses or oxen when they picture agriculture, the humble donkey has been the backbone of agriculture for years and will still be for years to come. Their small size, strength, and ability to thrive on minimal food and water made them an ideal partner for farmers long before …