BNPS.co.uk (01202) 558833. <br /> Pic: CorinMesser/BNPS<br /> <br /> Passing a person holding an umbrella is a real life situation donkeys encounter at the 'finishing school'.  <br /> <br /> A donkey sanctuary is running its own 'finishing school' to help the animals adjust to the outside world once they are re-homed.<br /> <br /> The 12 week program, initiated by The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth, Devon, is believed to be the first of its kind in Britain.<br /> <br /> Activities include walking under bunting, navigating traffic cones and getting used to people carrying umbrellas.<br /> <br /> There are also tutorials on feeding, grooming and handling for the donkeys' prospective guardians.<br /> <br /> The initiative started in November 2019, with a current intake of 31 donkeys. Eight donkeys having already gone to homes.
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