GEKEC: The Clinical Examination*

* This course is also available in Spanish

Modules

• Module 1: The clinical examination
• Module 2: Correct approach to examination of the donkey
• Module 3: Taking and interpreting a blood and faecal sample
• Module 4: Dental examination
• Module 5: The basic lameness examination
  
  
  

Learning outcomes

• Evaluate the environment, management, feeding and behaviour of a donkey.
• Explain how the evolutionary adaptations of the donkey affect our understanding of their needs.
• Advise on the correct safe method to approach and restrain a donkey.
• Perform a full clinical examination of a donkey.
• Explain the significant differences between a donkey and a horse.
• Describe which blood sample and tube are required to assist in the diagnosis of common donkey conditions.
• Identify the basic differences between donkey and horse blood results and parasitology.
• Explain the role endoparasites play in common donkey diseases and which sample is required to test for their presence.
• Discuss and appreciate the importance of an oral examination as part of a clinical exam.
• Explain how to correctly fit a Hausmann gag and flush the mouth of a donkey.
• Safely assemble a working environment to assess dentition.
• Name the leading causes of lameness in donkeys.
• Perform a basic lameness examination.
• Recognise the complications that can follow lameness in donkeys.
• Establish a simple management plan for a lame donkey.

Time needed for course completion

• 6 hours