How much does a donkey weigh?
The weight of a donkey will vary depending on their age and breed, but an adult donkey could weigh anything between 100-500 kg. Our own herd contains various shapes and sizes, for instance, a standard size donkey could weigh 165 kg compared with a miniature donkey that could weigh 144 kg.
Keeping a regular record of your donkey’s weight and general condition can be very useful for monitoring their overall health. We recommend that this is done monthly so you can quickly spot if any problems arise.
How do you weigh a donkey?
For donkeys over the age of two, their weight can be estimated using height and girth measurements.
Using our weight chart, you can estimate your donkey’s weight simply by plotting their height and chest circumference measurements on the respective axis. Therefore, the two measurements must be connected with a line. The weight of the donkey is indicated where the line meets the weight axis.
For example, a donkey 104 cm tall, with a chest circumference of 122 cm, should weigh 181 kg.
Although the diagram is a useful tool for estimating the weight of a donkey, its accuracy cannot be guaranteed.
