Smiling donkey was extremely happy to be rescued from flood

This is moment a donkey gave rescuers a glorious smile after finally being rescued from a dangerous flood.
Animal Heaven Animal Rescue in Kerry, Ireland, received a call from a donkey’s owner on Sunday after Storm Desmond blew the gate of his paddock in Killorglin.
The animal then escaped and became stranded in floodwaters outside the town. With the help of Mike Fleming of the Killorglin Rowing Club. Along with another local man, the trio set off in a boat down the River Laune to find the animal.

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The donkey was trapped by the flood on all sides but, with the aid of a ring buoy, they were able to pull him to safety. The donkey was then taken back to the AHAR stable where the staff set about warming him up with towels and a bowl of hot mash. After a bit of recuperation, the donkey will be returning home to his owner, who is said to be very relieved.
There are more photos and videos from the rescue at the Animal Heaven Animal Rescue Facebook page.