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of donkeys. The small amount required when given i.v. over 12-15 seconds (refer to data sheet) allows for a quiet and controlled loss of consciousness. Prior sedation is rarely required in the donkey.

of donkeys. The small amount required when given i.v. over 12-15 seconds (refer to data sheet) allows for a quiet and controlled loss of consciousness. Prior sedation is rarely required in the donkey.

'''Leaving surviving companion donkeys with the body''' for some time post-euthanasia avoids the significant distress that can be caused by the sudden disappearance of a friend. The donkey then seems to accept the loss, and the stress and the risk of [[Donkey - Hyperlipaemia|hyperlipaemia]] are reduced. The friend should then be returned to its normal environment, monitored closely and, if possible, another friend should be found.

'''Leaving surviving companion donkeys with the body''' for some time post-euthanasia avoids the significant distress that can be caused by the sudden disappearance of a friend. The donkey then seems to accept the loss, and the stress and the risk of [[Hyperlipaemia - Donkey|hyperlipaemia]] are reduced. The friend should then be returned to its normal environment, monitored closely and, if possible, another friend should be found.

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