Pair Necessities

Season 1: Episode 3
Donkeys Featured: 21 Donkeys Rescued from Auction

Ron and Kenneth travel to Bowie, Texas, to rescue donkeys at a livestock auction. Their original plan was to prioritize pregnant jennies to save as many lives as possible, but when they arrive, they realize no pregnant donkeys are available and pivot to protecting bonded pairs.

Because donkeys are deeply social animals, separating them from their closest companions can be devastating. In the end, Ron and Kenneth save 21 donkeys, including many bonded pairs. Nearly three weeks later, the group arrives at Oscar’s Place. Day one brings rough weather, but it clears in time for intake exams the next morning. Once vaccinated and freed of their auction numbers, the donkeys can finally begin a new, peaceful life at Oscar’s Place.