When to get a mini donkey colt gelded?

[goatcrazy421]

Hi y'all! Dolly had a jack a few weeks ago. He is already trying to be the dad of his brother/ sister. So when should we get him gelded? He is about 6 weeks old.




Caden at www.cadeslilfarm.com

 

[promiseacres]

If both testicles are dropped he can be gelded. Jumping on the other donkey is play at this age... but I would get it done sooner than later.

 

[CritterZone]

If they have both dropped, do it. If you call your vet and he says it is too early, then he can tell you when it would be appropriate.

 

[goatcrazy421]

How can I tell if he's dropped yet?

 

[frustratedearthmother]

If you see two testicles dangling - he's dropped.

 

[goatcrazy421]

Thanks.

 

[promiseacres]

You may have to feel them at this age....my mini horse did not fully drop til 1 yr so u could see them but u could feel them.

 

[BrayJunction]

Make sure your vet knows how to geld your donkey. They must use a different procedure than on horses, or the donkey could have bleeding that can be fatal.