Both the person and the donkey know they are special together and the bond that develops between the two is quite unexplainable. The donkey naturally loves children. While there are a few exceptions the donkey is not usually a biter or kicker. They have the patience of Job and therefore are ideally suited to being around children. The donkey is used all over the world for an infinite variety of jobs.
Many people enjoy showing their animals in donkey and mule shows.
Different kinds of work your donkey can do to help you are limited only by your imagination. Donkeys are used for mule breeding in the United States. Mammoth Jacks are used with draft horse mares to produce draft mules. Mammoth and Large Standard Jacks are used to produce riding mules. Standard and Miniature jacks are bred with ponies and miniature mares to produce miniature mules for driving and pets.