Sometimes an owner dies or is ill and there is no-one prepared to take care of the donkey. In many cases, a machine is now doing the job that the donkey used to do. It is the aim of Friends of the Cyprus Donkey to give these unwanted animals food and shelter and, when necessary, veterinary care and to make their lives as comfortable as possible. All animals are routinely vaccinated against tetanus and treated for internal and external parasites. All animals receive regular visits from our farrier for routine or specialist treatment of their feet and teeth.
All members receive a regular newsletter.
All sponsors receive a colour photograph of their donkey and a follow-up letter after one year to report on their donkey's progress. The sanctuary welcomes many thousands of visitors every year, from all over the world.