Little Longears Miniature Donkey Rescue
Location
New Oxford, PA | United States
Job description
Little Longears Miniature Donkey Rescue has relocated to its brand new, 100 acre facility in New Oxford, PA. We are growing quickly and are looking for experienced grooms, and caretakers for more than 130 donkeys, mules, and a few ponies. Duties will include general barn work, feeding, cleaning stalls, barns and paddocks, helping with vet, farrier and dentist, turn out, grooming and handling of donkeys, and light training activities.
We don't expect anyone to necessarily have much, or any donkey experience, but it is necessary that applicant have experience working with green or young horses. Many of these donkeys and mules can be challenging and this job is not for someone without significant experience. We will train and teach applicant the specifics of working with these donkeys and mules, but a thoughtful, patient, and confident person is a must.
If you are looking for a break from the intensity of a show barn, this might be a great change of pace for you. We are serious about taking exceptional care of all the residents at our rescue.
Salary is competitive, dependent on experience, and will be discussed individually.
We have full time opportunities (40+/- hours a week), or part time (morning shifts available 7:30 am till 12:00 and evening shifts generally beginning at 2:00 and working till about 5:30 pm). One weekend day will be required of any full time employee, and one weekend shift will be required of part time employees.
Full time employees earn Paid Time Off The joy of working with donkeys and making a difference in the lives of rescued animals
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