"Love of animals is a universal impulse, a common ground on which all of us may meet. By loving and understanding animals, perhaps we humans shall come to understand each other"...
-Louis J. Camuti
ABOUT US
Founded 30 years ago, the Donkey and Mule Society of South Australia has been working hard with the help of members and volunteers to help donkeys and mules in South Australia.
We are dedicated to the promotion, welfare and enjoyment of donkeys and mules.
Our work is dedicated to bringing together people, donkeys and mules for the enjoyment and enrichment of both.
The Society also organises shows and social events, distributes information and generally promotes the many benefits of being owned by these wonderful animals!
Get in touch to learn how you can take part and also make a difference.
We would love to hear from you.
Read more below to learn about our vision, what we do, where we are and meet some of our donkeys!
OUR
VISION
DONKEY
STORIES
"Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does"
William James
Meet The Team
We would love to hear from you and answer any questions you may have about the DMSSA and also any other general questions. In the first instance please reach out to our mailbox here, but if you already know who can help you please see contact details below.
Elaine Knubley
President
Contact: 0451 664 329
Valmai Douglass
Vice-President
Contact: 0400 396 048
08 8389 8345
Leanne Christie
Secretary & Publicity Officer
Contact: 0404 442 949
Kristin Adkins
Treasurer & Librarian
Contact: 08 8388 5145
Robyn Day
Show Secretary
Contact: 0413 112 183
Margaret Reichardt
Welfare Officer
Contact: 08 8339 2420
SERVICES IN SOUTH AUSTRALIA
See below for services available in South Australia.
We have collated these details for you as they may be helpful in caring for your donkey or mule. If you need any more information, contacts or advice which is not listed here please reach out using our contact us form as we are always happy to help!
FARRIER
Regular visits from a hoof care provider such as a farrier, a barefoot trimmer or an equine podiatrist are an important part of keeping your donkey’s hooves healthy.
The Society has collated a list of hoof care providers in S.A. that are known to work on donkeys.
VET
We have collated some information regarding vets and dentists which are donkey friendly.
ADVICE
Caring for donkeys and mules in our hot and dry climate does take some know-how. The DMSSA has a wealth of knowledge from experts over the years.
Read our tips and tricks here.