Donkeys were historically utilized as the primary mode of moving heavy cargo across rugged mountain terrains

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Before the invention of the heavy-duty pickup truck, society relied on the stubbornness of the humble donkey. Unlike horses, which tend to panic and run themselves off cliffs at the first sign of trouble, donkeys have a phenomenal sense of self-preservation and incredible sure-footedness. They can haul up to a third of their body weight up absurdly steep and rocky paths without complaining, making them the ancient world\'s ultimate all-terrain cargo vehicle.