Running a sanctuary takes more than pats, cuddles and kisses. It also takes a lot of money. As a not for profit registered charity we rely on the goodwill of those who care about animals. Every day expenses include feed, shelters, medication, cleaning, veterinary assistance, and fencing. These costs add up and any donation, no matter how big or small, will help the animals. We are a No Kill Sanctuary which means that animals that are not suitable to be re-homed, or have special needs stay here for the remainder of their lives.
Sponsorship does not cover the full cost of caring for the animals, nor does it take into account their feeding costs. It is with this in mind that Big Ears encourages the animals to be sponsored by more than one sponsor.
We understand that an upfront payment doesn’t suit everybody so for less than most people spend on coffee you can choose ongoing monthly payments from as little as $5.00 per month.
Sponsors are sent a laminated certificate with the name and photo of the sponsored animal thanking them for their sponsorship as well as a Big Ears sticker.
Big Ears would really love some corporate sponsorship to help with ongoing costs. 100% of all donations is spent on the animals – there are no wages paid, all staff are volunteers.
Muffin is one of the first animals to become part of the Big Ears family. Saved from a life of breeding, Muffin happily lives her days with her fellow donkey friends, enjoying hay, running about and braying.
Sponsorship of Muffin is just $200 upfront for 12 months or for just $20.00 a month ongoing. Sponsorship goes towards her annual teeth check by an equine dentist and her 4 to 6 weekly hoof trims as well as 3 monthly worming.
Donkeys can live a very long time and it is important that people keep this in mind when choosing to bring a donkey into their family It is possible the donkey may outlive you so provisions need to be made so that the donkey is provided for, long after you have gone. These animals really are a life time commitment.
Merry came to the Sanctuary in 2005 as a foal. She nearly died during birth, as did her mother Minnie.
Merry is treated as the naughty younger child by the other donkeys. She loves pats and cuddles and will run wildly around the paddock stirring up trouble.
Sponsorship of Merry is just $200 upfront for 12 months or for just $20.00 a month ongoing. Sponsorship goes towards her annual teeth check by an equine dentist and her 4 to 6 weekly hoof trims as well as 3 monthly worming.
Tansy is one of the first animals to become part of the Big Ears family. Saved from a life of breeding, Tansy happily lives her days with her fellow donkey friends, enjoying hay, running about and braying.
Donkeys can live a very long time and it is important that people keep this in mind when choosing to bring a donkey into their family It is possible the donkey may outlive you so provisions need to be made so that the donkey is provided for, long after you have gone. These animals really are a life time commitment.
Sponsorship of Tansy is just $200 upfront for 12 months or for just $20.00 a month ongoing. Sponsorship goes towards her annual teeth check by an equine dentist and her 4 to 6 weekly hoof trims as well as 3 monthly worming.
Waffles the mini donkey was surrendered to Big Ears when his owner passed away in April 2015. He is a lovely boy with lots of character. His hooves were in a bad way and have since been trimmed back into shape. Waffles doesn’t believe he is a donkey. He thinks he is a miniature pony like his girlfriend Dolly, who he grew up with and is best friends.
Sponsorship of Muffin is just $200 upfront for 12 months or for just $20.00 a month ongoing. Sponsorship goes towards her annual teeth check by an equine dentist and her 4 to 6 weekly hoof trims as well as 3 monthly worming.
