Northern Ireland weather: Special ice lollies to help hot donkeys in Co Antrim
Donkeys in Co Antrim are enjoying a new game during the hot weather ... and it’s not pinning the tail on their mate.
At the Donkey Sanctuary in Templepatrick, four-legged residents have been given specially made ‘ice lollies’, providing a healthy treat and a way to cool down in the heat.
The ice blocks are made from fruit and vegetables in water, and not only provide a welcome treat during the sizzling temperatures, but they also provide a valuable form of enrichment.
Donkeys love exploring, and this activity allows them to exhibit their natural foraging behaviours – a key factor in improving donkey welfare.
It is also very important that the resident donkeys have access to shelter, so they can get into the shade.