Full course description
**This is a course for professionals**
Donkey Behaviour for Veterinary Professionals
This course is recommended for veterinary surgeons and veterinary students who may see donkeys occasionally and wish to be more confident in their knowledge and approach to this species.
Details
The aim of this course is to share the fundamentals of donkey behaviour which influence the handling and veterinary care of this species. The course covers the evolution of the donkey, how this has influenced behavioural signs of fear and pain and how a donkey's pain can be quantitatively assessed. Handling principles, techniques and pharmacological interventions are discussed to make veterinary visits calmer for the donkey and safer for the professionals working with them.
Modules:
1. Normal Donkey Behaviour
2. Pain Behaviour in Donkeys
3. Modifying Donkey Behaviour
Learning Objectives:
- To understand and recognise the signs of fear and avoidance in donkeys and mules.
- To recognise the way donkeys demonstrate pain.
- To apply practical pain scoring techniques to clinical scenarios.
- To learn simple handling techniques to make veterinary procedures safer and calmer for both handler and donkey.
- To understand and create simple shaping plans for improving donkey behaviour.
- To devise safe pharmacological sedation plans for emergency veterinary care