Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue - Perry, OK

05/31/2026

We decided to post some signs pointing the way to two of our favorite organizations: 1. PVDR headquarters in San Angelo, TX and 2. Oklahoma State University - in particular, the veterinary program!

05/29/2026

Chile, Tinkerbell, and Elrond have been adopted and moved to their new home in Oklahoma. The family had previously received a young donkey, Cookie, from a neighbor. They knew he needed a family, so they adopted three PVDR donkeys. I love the photo of Cookie looking at his new friends through the corral panels.

05/27/2026

100 donkeys! 100 moments of joy!

05/26/2026

With the adoption of Elrond, Ted and Shelia's Perry, OK Satellite Adoption Center has now helped 100 Peaceful Valley donkeys continue their journey home since 2021.

Every donkey that passes through their gates is met with patience, kindness, and care. These two have opened up not only their property, but their hearts to help donkeys in need.

Satellite Adoption Centers like theirs are a vital part of our mission, and we simply couldn't do this work without people willing to give these donkeys a safe place to land along the way.

This milestone represents 100 donkeys given a second chance and 100 journeys continued. Thank you for everything you do for the donkeys🧡

05/19/2026

Two of the new donkeys, Smoke and Elrond, enjoy some hay. Both donkeys are available for adoption.

05/12/2026

Shelia took this fun shot from the other side of the creek of Oklahoma State University School of Veterinary Medicine students and teachers as they meet the new donkeys.

05/08/2026

We adopted Jacob and Loki several years ago. They have been a constant source of entertainment for us. In this picture they are playing tug of war with a rubber chicken. They will tug until the head pops off! It is our hope that others will encounter the joy we have experienced as PVDR adopters.

05/06/2026

We appreciate all of the interest since we posted about our new arrivals. Here are some fun facts:
1. We keep a constantly updated pdf of the donkeys at our satellite. https://1drv.ms/b/c/B214FBFF8F2F3565/IQBlNS-P__sUIICyJ9MCAAAAAaCg6EhgH1MoEGbjcGuXJN8?e=chtCK2
2. The donkeys are going through a two week adjustment period to recover from their ride to get here.
3. The donkeys are participating in a donkey research project by Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine - so the waiting period may be just a couple weeks longer.
4. Learn more about adoption and apply online at https://donkeyrescue.org/adoption/
5. Some donkeys are bonded and will need to be adopted together. This current group has a bonded pair and a bonded th*****me.
6. We will do our best to answer any additional donkey questions if you direct message us.

Have questions about adopting a donkey? You’re not alone! Our Frequently Asked Questions cover everything from care and companionship to the adoption process and beyond. If you don’t see your question here, our team is always happy to help: [email protected]

05/05/2026

14 donkeys arrived safely in Perry, OK. Not all are available for adoption, but most are! Introductions will begin in the next few days as we get to know them. If you are interested in adoption, the first step is to send in an application at https://donkeyrescue.org/adoption/