Donkeys provide essential transport and labor for millions of people in developing countries, often under conditions that cause significant welfare harm.
Donkey welfare is inextricably linked to rural livelihoods in developing economies. Improving donkey welfare requires working with communities rather than against them, recognizing that healthy donkeys provide better service and longer working lives. The growing demand for donkey hides for traditional medicine has created a crisis, with millions of donkeys being slaughtered under poor welfare conditions.