Fruitland Creek Farms

Fruitland Creek Farms breeds miniature donkeys in Salem, OR, serving Marion County and the Willamette Valley near Portland. Established over a decade ago, the farm is registered with the American Donkey and Mule Society and follows health protocols such as hoof care and dental exams. The donkeys live in pasture-based paddocks with daily enrichment and are handled from a young age to build gentle temperaments.

Owners focus on sustainable practices, maintain dedicated foal-watch facilities each spring, and ensure natural grazing for most of the year, while balanced feed blends support lactating jennies. Prospective owners receive guidance on pasture management and basic handling techniques to help donkeys settle into new homes. Several young donkeys from the breeding program have excelled at local youth fairs, and clients often note their calm disposition. Annual vaccinations and regular veterinary checkups are part of the herd management plan.