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The whole milk is responsible for good source of all the nutrients and nowadays, donkey's milk consumption has been reevaluated for it's potential benefits to human health. For example, in infants with intolerance to cow's milk, donkey milk is a good alternative due to its chemical characteristics. The composition of donkey milk show resemblance to human breast milk for lactose, protein and ash when compared with goat, sheep, cow and camel milk. The microbiota present in donkey milk may be responsible for its beneficial effects. Microbiota contains high level of lactobacillus that reduce the growth of harmful microorganisms in milk, which can lead to milk spoilage and disease. Several scientific study has proven it's help potential benefits. Donkey milk also contains sufficient amount vitamin to permit regular the growth of the neonate. This review addresses various aspects of donkey milk and their role with special emphasis on milk yield, their function, composition, therapeutic uses and future prospective of donkey milk.