AS the hot weather continues, at least for the next day or so, some of the donkeys at The Donkey Sanctuary Sidmouth cooled off with an ice block treat.

Not only does this help to keep them cool in the sweltering heat, it also provides valuable enrichment.

The donkey ‘ice lolly’, made from fruit and vegetables in water, provide a healthy treat for The Donkey Sanctuary’s resident herds to cool down during these sizzling summer temperatures.

The ice lollies not only help keep the donkeys cool, they also provide a valuable form of enrichment.

Donkeys love exploring, and this activity allows them to exhibit their natural foraging behaviours – a key factor in improving donkey welfare.

To findout more about the sanctuary visit https://www.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk