Donkey welfare Flashcards
1
Q
Production donkey industries
A
Milk
Meat
Skin
2
Q
Nature of a working donkeys work and envrionment
A
Long days
Few days rest
Heavy loads
Hot and cold climates
Difficult terrain
Dusty
3
Q
Assessment of donkey behaviour
A
Opportunities within the environment they live in:
- Space
- Companions
Demeanour at a distance
Presence of pain or distress behaviours
Watch human-equid interaction:
- Human handling methods
- Equid response
Response to approach
4
Q
Common causes of lameness in donkeys
A
Hoof balance
Trimming and shoeing methods
Bruising
Back pain
Tendon injuries
Osteoarthritis
Poor conformation
