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Feet and foot problems

Feet and foot problems

Learn how to recognise, prevent, and treat common foot problems in livestock, horses, and donkeys. Includes guidance on trimming, foot rot, laminitis, and when to call the vet.

The BasicsSheepCattleGoatsHorses & other EquinesDonkeys
Grazing and drinking behaviour in donkeys

Grazing and drinking behaviour in donkeys

Donkeys have unique grazing habits and water needs. Learn how they manage pasture use, dunging, and hydration, including their ability to go without water for long periods.

Donkeys
Feeding, foot & coat care in donkeys

Feeding, foot & coat care in donkeys

Donkeys need a high-fibre, low-protein diet to stay healthy. Learn best practices for feeding, foot care, and grooming to avoid common health issues like laminitis and lameness.

Donkeys
Donkeys as guards & Teachers

Donkeys as guards & Teachers

Donkeys can be effective livestock guardians and patient animal trainers. Learn how donkeys protect herds and teach young animals to lead, and the welfare considerations involved. Keywords:

Donkeys
Social structure & communication in donkeys

Social structure & communication in donkeys

Donkeys are very social animals. A lone donkey kept as a pet needs a friend of either another donkey, horse or other animal.

Donkeys
Donkey senses

Donkey senses

Discover how donkeys experience the world through their senses. Learn about donkey hearing, smell, sight, taste, and unique movement patterns, and how these differ from horses.

Donkeys

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