Annual burro race draws donkey lovers to this Arizona mining town
You've heard of horse racing and dog racing, but what about burro racing? Each year in Superior, Arizona, an adorable race filled with the fuzzy donkeys (the name is interchangeable) takes place.
Now, don't expect to see jockeys riding the burros. Instead, the little equines are led by their owners along Main Street and into Tonto National Forest and back.
The race is held by the Arizona BRAY Club. The organization holds events like this to highlight the often overlooked but friendly burro breeds. They are actually known to be as friendly as most house pets.
In this episode, we find out how the race got started and why donkeys are so lovable, according to their owners.
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This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Superior burro race brings in donkey enthusiasts to Arizona
