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    Sue M.

    I called ahead to ask about visiting the sanctuary when I knew we would be nearby. Our visit was perfectly wonderful. The facility is a great place for donkeys needing a good home to live out their years. We learned a lot about donkeys and got to meet them all. I can't think of a thing that needed improving--presentation was interesting, volunteers were well informed and available to answer questions and guide the experience of meeting the donkeys. We all left feeling happy and pleased with the experience! I even sponsored a donkey, which you can do at levels from minimal to --well, whatever you want to share! This is a great place to visit, see some countryside, meet some fine people and beautiful donkeys, and leave feeling even better than you felt when you arrived!

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    Valerie A.

    What a wonderful place! It's completely interactive, you get to observe and interact, brush and pad, and talk to each donkey. The volunteers are absolutely wonderful, and know so much about each animal. You'll feel very connected to the animals as you hear about how they were treated previously, and how the treatment here has gone and the recovery process. I learned the fat develops in bubbles and it starts at their neck. They may not look fat, but they might look bubbly and that's how you know they're overweight. Very delightful place, beautiful grounds and knowledgeable, volunteers and staff. Plenty of parking be sure to sign up on social media for all of the activities and biannual Fundraisers. They make it so easy to support them. They have bottle drop bags with their stickers already attached so you can donate your bottles at any location and the profit would go towards them and the donkey care. You can donate online, you can volunteer. They just make it so easy to enjoy the sanctuary. The donkeys communicate very clearly. You do not want to stand directly in front of them, do not put your hand in their mouth and do not see him directly behind them. It's always best with any animal testees towards the side but I love how freely the donkeys move away from you and then your heart will explode with joy when a donkey chooses to come to you directly.

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    Lois M.

    Oregon Donkey Rescue is truly a special place and not just because donkeys are so cool. ODR rescues and and cares for about 21 donkeys (according to their website) at their beautiful site near Oregon City. The grounds are peaceful and quiet, even as a donkey or two brays in the background. You can sponsor a donkey, visit them on their open-house days, or check out their plant sale fundraiser where you can get a bonus "pet the donkeys" (which is what I did). The volunteers at ODR are knowledgeable and happy to share information with anyone who visits the sanctuary. You'll leave with a smile on your face after you've seen - and petted - a donkey or two or ten!

    Christopher M.

    My Wife truly is infatuated with donkeys... don't ask me why, but I love her and the trip to the ODS was Part 1 of a two part Mother's Day 2022 Surprise Spectacular. After finding ODS and going to their website, I realized I was too late to the game... they were booked up. I reached out to Jim, pleaded with the Man to help me in my cause, he gladly accommodated my wife, my daughter, and me. Upon prompt arrival, we were quickly shown to easy parking, the grounds were well kept and staff were extremely knowledgeable. This is an outdoor affair, so dress accordingly, but be ready to be enamored with the donkeys waiting to meet you. Toby will ALWAYS find himself in your pictures, whether you expected him to or not. "Eddie Asskell" took a liking to my , wife, and although I am not a jealous man, I couldn't help but to think, "What am I doing wrong?" Wilbur, I've been told, is a bit of an introvert... that being said, the Staff noted with enthusiasm that my daughter may have a special gift as she brushed him for almost a half hour, and he received her attention fully. Jim and Rhonda's outfit is grade A, it is close to the metro area, while having the feel of a trip hours away. Visitors young and old are encouraged to ask questions and participate in hands-on learning about the 20 or so Donkeys on site. You will find yourself transported to a country setting, while being at ease with knowledgeable staff who will make your experience wonderful. I highly recommend ODS, and they are a 501c3 non profit, so donations are appropriate. - Christopher

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    Amazing donkeys, very helpful volunteers, fun pumpkin/harvest event. Hot coffee, cider, popcorn, couple vendors

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    Jim and Rhonda's outfit is grade A, it is close to the metro area, while having the feel of a trip hours away.

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