Nobody Warned You Why Donkeys Are Smarter Than You Think

The 'stubborn' reputation gets this animal completely wrong.

Donkeys aren't stubborn, they're cautious thinkers, and that reputation does them a real disservice.

When a donkey refuses to move, it's usually assessing danger rather than being difficult on purpose.

They have excellent memories and can recall places and other animals they met years earlier.

Treat a donkey with patience and you'll meet a careful, loyal companion, not the mule of the jokes.