Mel-O-Dees Miniature Donkeys

Mel-O-Dees Miniature Donkeys breeds miniature donkeys in Valley Center, CA, in San Diego County and southern California near San Diego. Melissa Gray draws on years of experience to follow best practices in selective breeding and registry participation, ensuring each foal receives thorough health screenings. The donkeys grow up in open pastures with sturdy shelters, benefiting from daily handling that promotes calm, confident temperaments and familiarity with family life.

Each miniature donkey is bred for sound conformation and a gentle disposition, suitable for farm work, therapy programs or companionship roles. A small farm atmosphere allows for individual attention to diet, hoof care and gentle training, reflecting a hands-on approach to animal welfare. Many new owners comment on the donkeys’ affectionate nature and ease of integration into small herds or family farm settings. Farm visits by appointment give prospective owners a chance to meet the animals and observe their friendly dispositions in a relaxed setting.