Farm Animals

Working Donkey Harness Fit and Injury Prevention

Poorly fitted harnesses cause painful sores and chronic injuries in working donkeys worldwide, with simple interventions highly effective.

Key Facts

Ill-fitting harnesses cause pressure sores, wounds, and permanent scarring
Donkeys often carry excessive loads relative to body weight
Wound care knowledge is often limited in communities depending on working donkeys
Simple padding and harness adjustments dramatically reduce injury rates

Welfare Considerations

Harness injuries are among the most common and preventable welfare problems in working equids. Chronic sores reduce working capacity and cause persistent pain. Community education and affordable harness adaptation programmes can transform welfare.

What You Can Do

Support organisations working on working equid welfare globally
Donate to Brooke, SPANA, or similar equid welfare charities
Raise awareness about working donkey welfare in international development contexts