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==Specific conditions to consider when examining the geriatric donkey==
==Specific conditions to consider when examining the geriatric donkey==
The older donkey is equally liable as its younger counterparts to be affected by conditions described elsewhere in the [[Donkey Page|Donkey Clinical Section]] and this should always be taken into account when assessing an elderly animal. However, in
The older donkey is equally liable as its younger counterparts to be affected by conditions described elsewhere in the [[Clinical Section - Donkey|Donkey Clinical Section]] and this should always be taken into account when assessing an elderly animal. However, in
common with senior members of any population, the aged donkey becomes increasingly liable to suffer from a selection of age-related conditions. These conditions are usually the result of wear and tear and include dental disease, musculo-skeletal problems and miscellaneous conditions affecting metabolic and organ function.
common with senior members of any population, the aged donkey becomes increasingly liable to suffer from a selection of age-related conditions. These conditions are usually the result of wear and tear and include dental disease, musculo-skeletal problems and miscellaneous conditions affecting metabolic and organ function.