If oral nutrition is not possible due to ileus, then '''partial or total parenteral nutrition''' can be used to supply energy. [http://drupal.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk/ The Donkey Sanctuary] has little experience with this kind of therapy. Hospitalisation is required for this treatment and in certain cases the movement of an anorexic, geriatric donkey to a hospital may not be indicated. | If oral nutrition is not possible due to ileus, then '''partial or total parenteral nutrition''' can be used to supply energy. [http://drupal.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk/ The Donkey Sanctuary] has little experience with this kind of therapy. Hospitalisation is required for this treatment and in certain cases the movement of an anorexic, geriatric donkey to a hospital may not be indicated. |