I returned to visit my curious little friend to find him moving slowly. There is another little burro there who came to me quickly while my friend approached more carefully.
I gave the healthier burro with the dark face some sugar cubes but could not get my little friend to come close enough to take one and when I tossed one to him he showed no interest. He was not moving well and I wondered if the dark burro didn’t rule this roost..
When it came time for me to leave I told my little friend I would return soon with some apples or carrots and told him to be well. This odd little burro has a real cute face.
© 2012 Michael Fiveson
Mike's Look at Life 
Mike, these burro photos are fabulous. I love burros! I’m not sure what could be wrong with the one burro, but he does look unusual. So glad you made a return visit.
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Thanks Laurie. When I make a promise to a burro, he can count on it. I am just that way with friends.
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A burro whisperer. God bless.
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Thank you Sheila.
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As an amateur but avid photographer I love your blog Mike… I’ll be back!!!
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Well thanks Patricia!
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Aw, the poor baby. He’s the low man on the totem pole. Yep, most likely an old burro with lots of stories to tell. Anything soft and less sugary would perhaps be better for him.
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Got it. I’ll get him something softer. Thanks for the info.
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Hi, Mike, The way he’s acting, it makes me feel that he must have been injured at some time… Careful not to get too emotionally invested… It’s the kind of thing that can tear your heart in two. Perhaps if you go back you’ll be able to talk to whoever is caring for him???? Perhaps if some of the mystery is resolved it will be easier to live with the realities surrounding your little fellow. Thanks for the update…. He is a very sympathetic soul.
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Nah, while I care about him, I’m not THAT fragile. Certainly when Pumpkin’s time is up I will be a wreck but if the burro is is pain, I might wish for him a speedy exit.
Thank you for the comment.
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Hi, Mike, That’s good to know… I’ve seen so many people go to pieces over something like this… Looking at the realities is sometimes hard…. but we learn as we go sometimes necessary…
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Just awwww
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I thought the same thing when I saw your chocolate thing missing a head. Lol.
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lol! So I have a weird sense of humor.
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As do I, which is why I like your work.
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Thanks for the return visit Mike.
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As well your comment.
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This little guy seems to suggest a mystery… mostly just why he’s in the shape he’s in. Could be advanced age. Judging by the looks of his partner, it seems doubtful it’s mistreatment. Or all those lumps might suggest a medical problem. Mostly he just looks so very forlorn.
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That is exactly how he looks, and he moves slowly. Either age, disease, or both. Sad thing. Wish I could make it better for him.
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Just going to see him again was so good of you, Mike. Your kindness will not go unnoticed by the Universe. Great pics of both of them.
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Well thanks Regina. The easiest thing we can do is be kind. It takes very little effort and feels so good it is almost selfish.
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I wonder if he could have been the victim of an animal attack? His injuries look odd, but healed.
He and his friend are really cute.
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Hmmm. That is certainly a possibility. They are cute and they have the softest flesh on their nose. Like velvet.
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You’re right, he has a kind face. I’m so glad he’s got a friend with him…maybe they’re related? Turnips and carrots are the best thing for them, btw. Hope he has a long, healthy, happy life! 🙂
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Turnips and carrots, Check. Thanks for the info and your concern Daisy.
Best to you.
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I think your friend was screwed by the gene pool. I don’t think he’s old. He looks healthy enough. He does have a sweet face too. Cute, good-fer-nuthin critters, donkeys. 🙂
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I will not tell him you said this.
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🙂 The same is true of our good-fer-nuthin-longhorns, but we keep on feeding them! My husband loved them!
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I have no suggestions for their snacks but a visit from a friend is usually a good place to start.
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Oh, dear! I think I want one… or two. I wonder if they get along with deer?
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I love this little guy – I’m glad you found him and not me 🙂
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Thanks. See you in a week.
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Cuteness overload!
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your friend needs his feet trimmed – hopefully the owners call the farrier in soon – he’s too far “back on his heels” for a burro.
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These guys rock! I would love to have offered them an apple or a pedicure
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I’m sure they would have loved a pedicure. I hadn’t thought of that.
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