Ron King, co-founder of Oscar’s Place Adoption Center & Sanctuary, shares his unexpected journey from a media executive to a passionate donkey rescuer. After discovering donkeys were being auctioned for slaughter, King found his true joy in saving and caring for these animals, leading to the establishment of Oscar’s Place in Mendocino County, California. The sanctuary provides lifelong care for donkeys like Grace and her family, emphasizing the deep emotional bonds donkeys form, which King highlights as a unique and touching aspect of their nature.

King describes the docuseries Donkey King, premiering on ABC, as a heartfelt look at the animals rather than just the people behind the sanctuary. He reflects on how this new chapter revealed his own compassion and shifted his values from material success to meaningful impact. Viewers are encouraged to support the sanctuary by sponsoring donkeys, volunteering, or simply sharing the show to raise awareness and brighten others’ days.