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Donkey Ignaz is conquering the internet: The sweet star from Ostallgäu!
Ignaz the donkey inspires visitors in Ostallgäu with charming adventures and shows the special attitude of these social animals.
Donkey Ignaz is conquering the internet: The sweet star from Ostallgäu!
In a small stable in Unterthingau, a donkey named Ignaz attracts attention, and not just because he is an extremely cute gray-brown fellow. Today, July 12, 2025, Simon Stöckle leaves the enclosure with him and shows how much joy this little internet star brings. Ignaz has inspired a wide audience on social media and proves that donkeys are much more than just work animals.
Ignaz is a loyal companion who follows Simon in various everyday activities. Whether feeding the cows, repairing the fence or relaxing while watching TV - Ignaz is always there. With his curious ears that stick up like little antennas, he is always ready for new adventures. Donkeys are sociable animals and are very popular in Germany, where their species-appropriate husbandry is receiving more and more attention. But if you want to keep a donkey, you have to be clear about the requirements.
Species-appropriate donkey husbandry
Keeping donkeys is demanding and requires extensive knowledge in order to enable the animals to live a good life. According to the information from tierfalt.de, it is essential to keep donkeys in small groups, ideally in the company of at least one other donkey. Individual housing is generally not considered species-appropriate, except for older animals that are used to it. The required living space for two donkeys should be at least 1,000 square meters, with several paddocks for grazing areas to meet their needs.
A secure fence is a must because donkeys are intelligent animals that quickly learn to escape. Weather-protected shelters are also necessary to avoid health problems such as hoof damage. According to the Munich district, donkeys require dry, stony ground and must be protected from bad weather during the grazing season. When keeping cross-species animals, it is important to provide feed separately to avoid conflicts.
Health and nutrition
The health of donkeys plays a central role in species-appropriate husbandry. Regular hoof care and veterinary examinations are necessary to keep the animals fit. Vaccinations against diseases such as rabies, tetanus and others are also essential. Attention should also be paid to nutrition: donkeys are good feed converters and require a special diet of low-energy, fiber-rich feed. Overfeeding can lead to serious health problems such as laminitis.
The monthly maintenance costs for a donkey amount to 80 to 120 euros, with the purchase costs for mares starting at around 600 euros and for stallions from 450 euros. Donkeys can live up to 40 years, which only increases the responsibility for their owners.
In the colorful world of donkey keeping, Ignaz shows that these animals are not only suitable for work, but can also conquer whole hearts. Proper care and attention are crucial to their well-being. As Simon Stöckle shows, communication and contact with people is particularly important for donkeys in order to prevent behavioral problems such as stubbornness or screaming. This makes the donkey an indispensable animal friend that brings joy and happiness to people's hearts.
Ignaz's charm is undeniable, and with the right care, any donkey can become a loyal companion. But always remember: Keeping donkeys appropriately is not an easy undertaking, but a responsible task that requires a lot of knowledge and commitment.