and 6 Imported Ones
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Donkeys first arrived in North America with Columbus and the rest of the Spanish and Portuguese conquistadors. As useful pack animals, they quickly “burro’d” their way into the hearts and minds of the early settlers, and continue to charm their owners today.
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Standard Donkeys can come in any color, but they're commonly gray-dun, brown, black and sorrel. Many of them have a characteristic dorsal stripe, or "cross", and very long ears.
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Originally from the Mediterranean area of North Africa and Italy, these hardy little creatures are popular pets in the United States.
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A mammoth donkey is an excellent choice for a novice rider who wants to take a leisurely trail ride – as long as he’s willing to do it the donkey’s way.
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They are descendants of pack animals used in the mines during the gold rush of the 1800s. They have adapted to the harsh desert environment, surviving on poor forage and little water.
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