08/05/2026
A LETTER FROM RED HAWK — PROFESSIONAL ARISTOCR@SS SEEKING SUITABLE STAFF
Hello, humans.
My name is Red Hawk, although “Your Lordship” may be considered once we know one another better.
I am a registered American Mammoth Jackstock gelding, bred by Garrett Mammoth Jackstock in Oklahoma. I was born in November 2018, stand a substantial 14.2 hands, and wear a particularly handsome shade of red sorrel.
I have excellent conformation, magnificent ears, and the composed expression of someone who already knows he is usually the smartest individual present.
I am not desperate to belong to everyone.
I am looking for my person.
At first, I can appear rather stoic. Reserved. Dignified. Perhaps mildly judgmental. I believe trust should be earned, relationships should mean something, and strangers should not assume we are best friends simply because they arrived carrying cookies.
But once I understand you and decide you are safe?
I melt.
I become sweet, affectionate, willing, and deeply devoted. I enjoy attention, appreciate a job, and make a wonderful partner for someone who treats me with patience, fairness, and respect. I may take a little time to bond, but once I do, I am completely committed.
I also have considerably more than a handsome face and impressive ears.
I have logged over 1,000 ridden miles through rough trails, public roads, hills, water crossings, parades, organized rides, and varied terrain. I ride alone or in groups with horses, donkeys, and wagons.
My résumé includes San Antonio Rodeo Days rides and Bishop Mule Days, where I encountered heavy foot traffic, dogs, mopeds, wagons, teams, water trucks, and enough human commotion to reinforce my belief that donkeys are generally the more sensible species.
I am confident around road traffic and tolerant of dogs, both leashed and loose. I have ridden around children playing basketball, through busy public environments, and among large mixed groups.
Under saddle, I listen well and am a steady, willing riding partner. I do not bolt, buck, or rear. I am sure-footed, sensible, and willing to go through just about anything my rider reasonably asks of me.
I am naturally gaited and offer a smooth single-foot gait, sometimes called the “donkey shuffle.” I can travel at speed when asked, although I personally prefer a calm, comfortable walk. It allows everyone more time to admire me.
I cross water when necessary.
I simply prefer to verify that it is, in fact, necessary.
I trailer well and load into different types of trailers. Occasionally, I may pause to review the travel arrangements, but patient encouragement usually settles the matter. Reckless enthusiasm is for Golden Retrievers.
I am barefoot, current on Coggins and vaccinations, have my teeth checked annually, and have no known health or soundness issues.
I can be handled, groomed, saddled, and touched all over without issue. My regular handlers are able to pick up and handle my feet without much trouble, and I have never offered to kick during ordinary daily handling.
I do not immediately enjoy unfamiliar people handling my ears. Once I know and trust someone, I become much more accepting, but I prefer that new acquaintances earn access to the royal ears rather than grabbing first and introducing themselves later.
My only significant handling challenge has been during actual farrier appointments. I have had successful farrier sessions, but I have also become stressed and kicked during a recent attempt. This behavior has been specific to the farrier situation and has not occurred during routine handling or when my regular handlers pick up my feet.
I therefore need an owner willing to continue building positive, consistent farrier experiences with patience and a knowledgeable professional.
This does not make me dangerous or difficult in everyday life. It simply means there is one area of my training that still needs thoughtful improvement.
Under saddle, I have safely carried riders of varying experience levels and have an enormous amount of proven real-world experience. My ideal owner will appreciate an intelligent, experienced riding donkey and understand that a meaningful partnership is built rather than demanded.
I am not being offered as a lifeless push-button machine.
I am being offered as something far better: a steady, talented, sure-footed, deeply loyal partner with a thousand-mile résumé and enough personality to keep life interesting.
$8,🥕🥕🥕 for Red Hawk
A fitted 15-inch Steve Edwards Trail Lite mule-and-donkey saddle and tack package may be added for $2,🥕🥕🥕
Located in Pleasanton, Texas.
Extensive photos and videos are available showing me under saddle, riding alone and in groups, traveling through traffic, participating in public events, navigating hills and rough terrain, crossing water, and proving that I am far more than just another pretty set of ears.
If you are looking for the cheapest donkey available, I am probably not your gentleman.
But if you are looking for a large, smooth, experienced Mammoth saddle donkey who is steady under saddle, sure-footed on the trail, sweet beneath his dignified exterior, and ready to devote himself to the right person…
We should talk.
