05/30/2026
Are they headed out to the diamond mine? It is pet friendly, and a donkey is certainly not the most unusual thing I've seen at the Crater of Diamonds State Park.
A Llama, a duck, a little goat in pajamas, numerous cats and thousands of dogs....
I only work there four and a half years, I'm sure there are other unusual animal attendees. Feel free to add below.
MURFREESBORO, ARKANSAS — A local woman says her life has been completely transformed after receiving what experts are calling "the most qualified and enthusiastic service animal in Arkansas" from the Pike County 4-H Club.
The donkey, named Tank, reportedly helps guide his owner through stores, parking lots, and community events—provided there are no snack aisles nearby.
Witnesses at the Murfreesboro Dollar General say the animal demonstrated its advanced training Saturday morning by locating a family-sized bag of Doritos from nearly 75 yards away and immediately escorting its owner directly to the chip aisle at a safe pace.
"He can sense danger, obstacles, and discounted snack foods with incredible accuracy," said one amazed shopper. "I've never seen anything like it. He ignored three shopping carts, two displays, and a screaming toddler, but somehow found the chips instantly."
The donkey's service vest states that access is required, though Local officials estimate Tank has consumed approximately $487 worth of chips since beginning his service career but note that his success rate for finding chips remains a perfect 100%.
The Pike County 4-H Club defended the donation, releasing a statement that read: "Technically, nobody said the animal had to be good at seeing. We just said it was trained."
As of press time, Dorito had successfully guided his owner to the checkout line, three bags of Doritos and two MoonPies. SW Arkansas News Source will continue monitoring this developing story and any future chip related incidents.
