Tribute to Cracker Jack

Cracker Jack passed away this morning. He had not been doing well and he went to see the vet last week. He stayed there a couple days and he started showing signs he was getting better, but his body was just too sick. He will be missed so much. He was loved so much. 

Cracker Jack came to live with us four years ago. He was a lonely and depressed miniature donkey who needed a new home after his companion had past away. His owners loved him and wanted the best for him, so he came to live with us. We got him some friends and life went on.

What we did not realize at the time was Cracker Jack paved the way to start Mattie’s Mountain. He was our first farm animal. Cracker Jack was one in a million donkey and he was loved from day one. 

Cracker Jack was a favorite animal here on the farm since he had such a winning personality. He would bray for more treats. He would bray for more food. He would bray for more attention. He would bray because he saw you. He would try to knock you over when he wanted more attention. When he was mad at you, he would turn his behind to you to let you know he was mad and it needed to be fixed. 

Cracker Jack taught people several things with his time on the farm. He loved everyone no matter what. He was good to each person who met him. He did not stay mad long. He was stubborn, but smart. He knew what he wanted and he went for it. He lived a good long life and he was happy. 

That sweet donkey will never be forgotten and even though we are sad with broken hearts, he was and is loved. It’s been a hard day with losing Cracker Jack today.