Breed = Standartbred , Sire = Andover Hall , Grandsire = Garland Lobell , Sex = Stallion , Foaled = 2004 , Country = United States .
The colt is currently owned by David B. Scharf, Steven Arnold, and Golden Touch Stable.
This led to some debate amongst people as to whether or not races such as this should really be considered a loss, and hence that Donato's career should be viewed as perfect.
On 17 November 2007, any debate surrounding a so-called perfect career came to an end, when Donato lost, in the stretch, to Arch Madness in the Breeder's Crown eliminations.
Despite this loss, during the following week, trainer Steve Elliott, as well as many other notable horsepeople, including superstar driver John Campbell, believed that Donato would rebound with an easy win in the finals, despite the handicap of having drawn post 10.