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 Welcome to Carinya Park Stud!
We are a small American Miniature Mediterranean Donkey Stud located in Victoria. Coming from a background of horse-keeping, riding, equine welfare, and competition, we are naturally lovers of all things Equine. The American Miniature Mediterranean Donkey however, with its gentle and affectionate nature, and intelligent outlook, has really won our hearts. Our goal is to breed quality American Miniature Mediterranean Donkeys who possess excellent conformation, are true to the breed standard, and, just as importantly, who possess wonderful temperaments which endear them to their owners and make them not only excellent show prospects, but much loved and valued family members. 'Carinya' is an Aboriginal word meaning 'happy home', and we certainly hope that we are succeeding in providing that for our Equine family! We hope you enjoy our site. Thank you for visiting. Rebecca, Elise & Clare Atkins |
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 Our mission is to work towards breeding 'true to type' American Miniature Mediterranean Donkeys, using bloodlines that extend back to the original imports to the US from the Mediterranean. We value the requirements laid down in the National Miniature Donkey Association Breed Standard, which include a range of qualities that are necessary for the future integrity of the breed.
It is important to us that we promote and preserve this unique breed, and not simply breed 'small Donkeys' who can be registered in the US as 'Miniature' by virtue of their height alone, (regardless of parentage), thereby attaining "American registration". There is a distinction between Australian Donkeys under 36" registered in America, and the breed/bloodlines of the American Miniature Mediterranean Donkey, i.e. Mediterranean Donkeys who have been imported from America. For this reason, our primary registration Association is the Donkey All Breeds Society of Australia Inc., who maintain an Australian Stud Book dedicated to the American Miniature Mediterranean, along with sub registries which record breedings of varying dilutions of the breed. The criteria for inclusion in this Stud Book being bloodlines and history/pedigree, not simply height. (D.A.B.S.A also maintains registers for Miniatures, English & Irish, Australian Teamster, American Mammoth Jackstock, Pet & Performance, and Mules & Hinnies). Our particular passion is the American Miniature Mediterranean, and as breeders, it is our responsibility to preserve the integrity of this unique and charming breed. More about the American Miniature Mediterranean Donkey breed can be found here. |
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All of our Donkeys are well handled, well mannered, friendly, and sociable. More information regarding Donkeys for sale can be found here. Our Horses & Donkeys are raised in a family environment, and are afforded the very best in care and handling. We aim to ensure that new owners of our Donkeys feel confident that they have the knowledge and support to provide their new family member with continued quality care. We are happy to spend time with new owners who are entering the world of Donkeys/Equines for the first time, in order to ensure appropriate care of our Donkeys into the future. We are always available to owners of Carinya Park bred American Miniature Mediterranean Donkeys should they have a query, a concern, or simply have some news of their little one to share with us! |
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'Miniature Donkey' vs. Miniature Mediterranean Donkeyfrom the National Miniature Donkey Association
LANGUAGE MAKES A DIFFERENCE
"In correspondence, advertising, articles, we've all seen 'Miniature Mediterranean Donkey' shortened to 'Miniature Donkey' for convenience sake. Unfortunately, this shorthand fails to recognize the importance of their past and the decades of conscientious, dedicated breeding that's taken place since they first set hoof in our lives. The term 'Miniature Donkey' describes a small donkey of any origin, however has been a catch all that's handy to use. In recognition and respect for their incomparable qualities as a Breed, their noble title . . . 'Miniature Mediterranean Donkey' . . . is the only way to go." |
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Member of: Click here for a listing of other breeders who breed and register American Miniature Mediterranean Donkeys. |
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