08/08/2026
It is with absolutely broken hearts that we share that we lost Donkey last night. 💔
Just a few weeks ago, Donkey came to Rockstar Rescue from a severe hoarding situation. He was painfully thin, covered in sores, anemic, and so weak he could barely walk.
As he settled in, he began gaining weight, wagging his tail, barking at the other dogs, and reminding us every day that he hadn't given up.
When he was diagnosed with Valley Fever, we started treatment immediately. There were good days that gave us hope, and then setbacks that reminded us just how serious his condition was.
Yesterday morning, Donkey was out in the play yard, barking, walking around, and acting like his happy little self. Then, sometime later that afternoon, he suffered a catastrophic seizure. We rushed him to the emergency hospital, but the damage was too severe, and the kindest gift we could give him was a peaceful goodbye.
We don't always get the ending we fight so hard for.
While Donkey's time with us was far too short, he left this world knowing kindness, safety, a full belly, and people who loved him deeply. That is something his previous life never gave him.
Run free, sweet boy. You deserved so much more than this world gave you. We will never forget you. ❤️🐾
