A donkey is a much more convenient method of getting around the mountains than any motor vehicle. Although there are roads through the region, a donkey can take you right to your field and then help with the work. The floor of the stall is raised above the level of the farmyard so that when it rains, his feet will remain dry. In the winter, extra bedding is added to serve as insulation. |
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