Eastern Wildlife Damage Control Conferences
Eastern Wildlife Damage Control Conference: 4th (1989)
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Date of this Version
September 1989
Document Type
Article
Abstract
Though livestock guarding dogs have received considerable attention in recent years, other animals including donkeys (Equus asinus) are being used to protect sheep and goats from predation by coyotes (Canis latrans). In Texas many ranchers prefer donkeys due to low cost, relatively small maintenance requirements, and compatibility with other predator control methods. This paper describes husbandry practices for use of guard donkeys and relates rancher accounts of their effectiveness in protecting sheep and goats.