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Michigan Troopers Find Wandering Miniature Donkey, Return Dolly Home in Holly Township

Troopers say such animal calls are routine in rural northern Oakland County.

Overview

  • The escape occurred around 8 p.m. after a gate at Freeman Farm was left open, allowing Dolly and her companion Henry to leave the pasture.
  • Henry returned about 9 p.m., prompting owner Jason Freeman to call police when Dolly remained missing.
  • Neighbors and local rescues organized via Facebook, with Abraham Ranch assembling harnesses and lead ropes to assist in the search.
  • An MSP sergeant found Dolly on a side road around 10:30 p.m. and returned her to the owners unharmed after coordinating with volunteer teams.
  • First Lt. Mike Shaw noted troopers frequently handle lost-animal calls in the area, and Freeman urged simple gate-closing practices to prevent escapes.