Dahlonega Healing Herds Donkey Sanctuary was founded in the winter of 2021 by Jim and Aimee Guidetti. Donkeys have always held a special place in their hearts and they always dreamed of one day opening a sanctuary specifically designed to rescue abused and neglected donkeys. Educating and involving the community in this project has been very inspiring and to date, we have rescued and rehabilitated over 14 donkeys. All of which are thriving, nurtured, healthy and safe. Over the next few years, with help from donations, future barns and equipment. There are very few sanctuaries or facilities in the USA intended just for donkeys, they are truly a misunderstood and overlooked animal. We value family, integrity and compassion for animals, committing to serving and improving the lives of Donkeys and people one bray at a time!
There are only a handful of rescues specifically designed for donkeys in the United states. Our mission is to specialize and to provide a permanent home on our 10 acre facility with food, shelter, veterinarian and ferrier care for unwanted and abused donkeys. We strive to provide public education, rehabilitation, training and adoption programs for all current and future donkeys! We also invite and educate the community with educational classes, various therapy programs, and social events with our donkeys.
Nestled in the beautiful North Georgia mountains lies a home where neglected and unwanted donkeys are free to roam in rolling pastures and bask peacefully in the warm sun. A place of love and respect, and where they can heal from their physical and emotional wounds of their past. We are Dahlonega Healing Herds Sanctuary.
DHHS is a 501 C3 nonprofit organization. We have our barn license through the Georgia department of Agriculture. We rely on the support of generous donors to provide care for all our our donkeys by visiting our sanctuary.
There are very few rescues and sanctuary in the United States specifically designed for donkeys. Our future plans at DHHS include building a 20 stall stable on our 10 acre facility to start saving and rehabilitating donkeys straight from the auctions and kill pens, and begin our adoption program. With your help in spreading awareness and donating, we can save these precious animals one bray at a time.
Donkeys are gentle and super intelligent animals that have captured the hearts of people for centuries.Here at DHHS you can experience the magic of donkeys first hand. We have all shapes and sizes of donkeys here, mammoths standards, and minis, each with their own unique personality, come and meet our friendly Donkeys and learn their fascinating, history and behavior.
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