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The Salt Merchant And His Donkey
By peace | June 4, 2006
One day, a merchant loaded his donkey with bags of salt to go to the market in order to sell them. The merchant and his donkey were walking along together. They had not wa
lked far when they reached a river on the road.
Unfortunately, the donkey slipped and fell into the river. Most of the salt was dissolved in the water. On rising, the donkey noticed that the bags of salt loaded on his back became lighter. There was nothing the merchant could do, except return home where he loaded his doneky with more bags of salt. As they reached the slippery riverbank, now deliberately, the donkey fell into the river and wasted all the bags of salt on its back again.
The merchant quickly discovered the donkey’s trick. He then returned home again but reloaded his donkey with bags of sponges.
The foolish, tricky donkey again set on its way. On reaching the river he again fell into the water. But this time the sponges filled with water and doubled his load. The merchant laughed at him and said,” You foolish donkey, your trick had been discovered, you should know that those who are too clever sometimes over reach themselves. “
The donkey could not stand up and he was drowned on the spot.
The same method may not apply to all situations.Facts About Miniature Donkeys
The smallest members of the horse family, the domesticated ass is also called a donkey or burro. The animals stand 3 to 5 ft at the shoulder and have a brush-tipped tail about 17 in long; their weight ranges up to 570 lb. The coat is gray to reddish brown, and the wiry mane is dark. The ears are long and the feet small, with sharp hooves.
The donkey is an herbivorous mammal. The donkey is related to the horse, and, although smaller, it is capable of carrying a full-size human over a considerable distance. Often mistaken for the mule, the donkey is physically similar and has a loud bray. Hybrids of the horse and the donkey include the mule, the offspring of a male donkey and a female horse, and the hinny, the offspring of a male horse and a female donkey. Wild asses live in desert plains, where they can survive on little food or water for long periods.
Miniature Donkeys are members of the equine family. Jennets (female donkeys) are extremely devoted mothers, and are also protective and tolerant of other foals in the herd. They are very popular because so many people realize and value their unique qualities, they are also a good financial investment . . . an investment that you can love!
The miniature donkey is most popularly used as a pet. They are excellent pets for both children and adults can be trained to do many things. They are quick learners and can be easily trained to pull a small cart or wagon, singly or as a team. They can pack a moderate load of 50-100 pounds and can be trained for young children to ride. Many miniatures are used in special programs for the elderly, handicapped and petting zoos.
Some of the other popular uses include breeding for sale and showing.
Miniature donkeys can also be used as companions for other livestock, and protection animals; but this needs to be monitored closely as not all miniature donkeys are suitable for this job.
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