GEKEC: Donkey Behaviour and Safety

Modules

• Module 1: Introduction to donkey behaviour, welfare and safety
• Module 2: Natural donkey behaviour and factors affecting behaviour
• Module 3: Reading donkey body language, stress signals, and responses
• Module 4: Handling and restraint with compassion
• Module 5: Applying behaviour knowledge to donkey handling in communities

Learning outcomes

• Apply an understanding of how donkey behaviour, welfare, and human actions are interconnected to ensure safe and respectful interactions with donkeys. 
• Understand and describe natural donkey behaviours and the factors that influence them. 
• Use an understanding of donkey body language to choose and apply appropriate, safe, and 
• compassionate responses that reduce stress and prevent injury. 
• Recognise compassionate handling and restraint techniques that build trust, reduce fear, and ensure the safety and welfare of both donkeys and handlers.
• Promote safe and compassionate donkey handling by addressing common myths and using culturally relevant approaches to encourage positive behaviour change in the community.

Time needed for course completion

• 2 hours