PrimRose Donkey Sanctuary

PrimRose Donkey Sanctuary Rescue, protection, and rehabilitation of neglected and unwanted donkeys, mules and hinnies. You do not need to schedule curbside visits, just show up!
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We are open Thursdays and Sundays 1-3pm for curbside visits, volunteers will be on hand to tell you all about the donkeys and sanctuary. We are offering personal tours Thursdays and Sundays 11am -12pm. Maximum of five people including children, $20 per person. Tours to be scheduled in advance with Sheila by emailing her at [email protected]
We care for our animals through donations and we thank you for your generosity.

08/29/2025

Rest easy, sweet Scarlett ❤—you will always be in our hearts.

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Thank you to volunteer Christine for taking this great photo of the amazing band CRUISIN that entertained us at our Prim...
08/27/2025

Thank you to volunteer Christine for taking this great photo of the amazing band CRUISIN that entertained us at our PrimRose’s Birthday Celebration event!

Shared with thanks from For the Love of Donkeys
08/26/2025

Shared with thanks from For the Love of Donkeys

Happy Donkeys and Animals always make me smile 💕 MUAH 💋

"Si vous voyez quelqu'un sans un sourire, donnez-leur un des votres" 💕
Les Ânes et les Animaux heureux me font toujours sourire 😍 MUAH 💋

08/24/2025

Fabulous music from CRUISIN!

08/24/2025

Great music today from CRUISIN!

08/24/2025

Yummy birthday cake! Thank you to volunteer Mike for this video!

08/24/2025

Singing Happy Birthday to PrimRose

Thank you to volunteer Mike for these wonderful photos from PrimRose’s birthday celebration!
08/24/2025

Thank you to volunteer Mike for these wonderful photos from PrimRose’s birthday celebration!

Address

1296 Bowmanton Rd RR 4
Cobourg, ON
KOK 2XO

Opening Hours

Thursday 1pm - 3pm
Sunday 1pm - 3pm

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We are dedicated to the rescue, protection, and rehabilitation of abused, neglected, and unwanted donkeys. We serve as an information 'hoofway' to educate the public; the donkey is not stubborn, dumb or vicious; but a stoic, loyal and very intelligent animal, who will risk its life to protect its charges, including humans.

On a day to day basis we are always educating the public on the care and feeding of donkeys and mules. Either by email, telephone or when visitor come to the farm. During our open house days, Thursdays and Sundays, visitors can have personal, hands-on interaction with the donkeys and mules, learn about their history and rehabilitation progress.

We are a registered Canadian charity and rely entirely on donations to support our Sanctuary. The Sanctuary is managed by its founder, Sheila Burns and supported by approximately 25 volunteers. There are no paid staff. We provide life saving care and make every effort to help animals recover from physical and mental abuse where needed, or provide a home in cases where owners are unable or unwilling to provide care.