In all of the stories told throughout time, wolves are fearsome predators. Whether it is fiction stories, such as Little Red Riding Hood, or a real experience, it is a general consensus that wolves are an animal to stay away from.

With all that information, how do farmers protect their livestock against hungry wolves?

The shocking answer is donkeys?!

Get our free mobile app
Credit: Canva
Credit: Canva
loading...

In the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, some farmers have begun to utilize donkeys as a non-lethal way to protect their cattle.

Cliff Lindberg, a farmer with 400 acres in Ontonagon County, states that ever since the donkeys arrived on his farm, they have managed to protect his livestock from the wolves effectively.

The donkeys were brought over 11 years ago due to federal funding for non-lethal ways to keep livestock and pets safe from all predators, specifically wolves. Lindberg insists that the donkeys are a "maintenance-free animal."

Credit: Canva
Credit: Canva
loading...

Lindberg told MLive that

"you wouldn't even notice a difference. They don't eat that much. You know, they eat hay and grain, and they have access to salt."

Brett Huntzinger, a specialist in non-lethal predation prevention at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, said the farms with donkeys typically have significantly fewer cattle deaths than other farms without donkeys.

"They're a lot more vigilant than cows and even horses at times. So, they're more protective and they will go after coyotes and wolves."

The donkeys will scream or 'bray' at any predators. They may even chase the animal or try to kick at them. Whether it is a wild or domesticated predator, donkeys typically do not like any type of canine.

Who would've thought a donkey would be the way a farm can save their animals?

We should have a donkey superhero. 😂

Credit: Canva
Credit: Canva
loading...

Enjoy a Cute Picnic Lunch at This West Michigan Cattle Ranch

If you are in need of a bit of rest and relaxation and have time to take a little day trip to Allendale Charter Township on Michigan's west side, then perhaps this adorable cattle ranch is just the place for you. You can book a two-hour picnic lunch at the Texas Longhorn Cattle Ranch Airbnb hosted by Sherry. She'll set up your table just outside of the grazing area, so you can graze on lunch while you watch adorable calves and cattle graze on grass. Take a look at all the cute photos below.

More From 100.7 WITL