We want to build your knowledge of training your donkeys to be well behaved and understand why their brain works the way it does. Hands on seminars with our head trainers on working through haltering, walking and behaving for the farrier.
Who:
This class is oriented towards new and old donkey owners who want to grow their knowledge of the animal!
Location:
Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue, Eastern Regional Headquarters
414 Stonewall Rd., Concord VA 24538
Google GPS - use “PVDR East” in the address bar
Date:
Sunday Septmeber 14th
Time and Agenda:
8:30- 9:00 am
Check-in (gate opens at 8:20)
9:00 - 12:00 pm - Interactive lectures with hands on experience
Reviewing and understanding the psychology and physiology of donkeys and how they are different from horses
The importance of training and working with our donkeys
Break out sessions with our trainers on haltering, hoof picking, walking and trailer loading
12:00 - 12:30 pm - Lunch (provided)
Fun facts about donkeys
12:30 - 2:15 pm - Farrier presented lecture and Q&A
Important tools to have for donkey hoof care
Break out sessions with trainers and seeing hoof issues and how to treat them
2:15 - 3:00 pm - Final Remarks and survey
Open Q&A
Survey - help us make this the best class possible for the next group
Cost:
$75 per person, includes a gourmet boxed lunch and beverages throughout the day. $50 of the registration fee can be applied toward the future adoption fee of a donkey (once approved).
Registration:
Register here. Registration closes Friday September 12, 2025
Questions:
Contact: jamie@pvdr.org or 434-941-0227
