Donkeys usually do not injure humans but have the potential to do so.
Injuries associated with donkeys:
(1) falls
(2) kicks
(3) stomping, kneeling and trampling
(4) bites to the head and neck
Risk factors for injuries from a donkey:
(1) human intoxication
(2) abusive human behavior
(3) mating season
(4) underestimating the potential for injury
where:
• Whether or not metal shoes increase kick damage vs hoofs needs to be investigated.
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Specialty: Emergency Medicine, Critical Care
