The Donkey's Cross

29/09/2025

Believe it or not, Sears once sold donkeys through their catalog—and yes, they’d be shipped right to you by train!

14/09/2025

Lloyd and Luigi aren't actually glued together but it seems like it some days

Luigi gets the much needed exercise to work on his muffin top because Lloyd is into everybody's business and is always wandering to a new spot to supervise the daily activities - this photo was cleaning up some cookies that dropped out of my pocket on the way through the dry lot 🤦🏼‍♀️

05/09/2025

22/08/2025

All placed!!

CALLING ALPACA LOVERS!!!!

We are helping to place 4 young alpacas - 2 female and 2 male (intact) all are white similar to this picture and have been handled and haltered

They are not currently at the rescue but are looking for a home separately or as a herd - messages us for additional info

10/08/2025

Do your children need volunteer hours from a non-profit for the upcoming school year?? We know it is tough to find but We have some options that may help. We cannot take volunteers to work with the animals directly but we have other options that will help the donkeys greatly!
Message us to chat!

06/08/2025

This is why we think that the donkeys should have their own line off coffee

24/07/2025

Missing pup here in Bethlehem

16/07/2025

Borrowed from another rescue... but this is the reason for the ears :)

15/07/2025

If you grew up in these stories they always hold a special place in your heart

Today marks the birthday of E. B. White (1899–1985), author of beloved children’s classics like "Charlotte’s Web", "Stuart Little", and "The Trumpet of the Swan". His stories are filled with friendship and kindness, perfect for reading aloud.

14/07/2025

Just a sweet donkey face to make you smile this Monday, courtesy of The Donkey's Cross in CT.

The Mission of The Donkey’s Cross:

“We began our journey into animal rescue after seeing the needs of so many homeless animals. Donkeys are a loving and humorous animal but are often found homeless through no fault of their own. They live longer than their equine relatives and at times outlive their owners - or more sadly, outlive their novelty on a farm.

We focus on making a difference for as many donkeys as possible. While rehoming had originally been our primary goal, we have modified our mission from adoption to include sanctuary. Animals that cannot find a forever home will have a stable happy life at our sanctuary. “

12/07/2025

Come visit us Sunday July 13th 10-1pm

Meet some of our sanctuary residents and learn about what we do as the only donkey rescue in Connecticut

Bakery treats and donkey swag available at the farm stand- no entry fee but we appreciate all donations

23 Green Hill Rd
Bethlehem CT

*no dogs please