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I read many of Monty Roberts' books and watched videos on join-up and was/am in awe of his methods. I used his Dually training halter with my larger donkey. (That's another tool you might look into, there are videos on how to use that as well.) I did find a quote from him that said, "Donkeys...

One way to get them used to haltering is this...will they come for treats? Hold the halter nearby as you treat them. Little by little, hold it closer and allow it to touch them. They will begin to associate it with treats. Have them stick their nose thru just part of it to get treat...

I am glad to hear he is a gelding. Oldhenlikesdogs has given you great advice! It has been several years since I had donkeys, so it's good to have someone who's doing it advise you. My first donkey was somewhat of an impulse buy, a little gelding who luckily, loved attention. But he did...

Welcome to BYC! Is this donkey a gelding or a jack? A jack can be more difficult. Is this a standard or a mini (or a mammoth)? Donkeys are very cautious around new situations, this is often seen as stubbornness but patience and observation will teach you what they are trying to tell you...