Preliminary studies on hoof characteristics in Amiata donkey

In this work the biometrical, physical and chemical characteristics of Amiata donkey hoof were studied. The Amiata donkey is a local endangered breed and derives from the homonym mountain in Tuscany. This donkey, which was once used as pack animal in farms and in mines, is now involved in trekking,...

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Main Authors: Alessandro Giorgetti, Luisa Andrenelli, Roberto Tocci, Clara Sargentini
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2012-01-01
Series:Italian Journal of Animal Science
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Online Access:http://www.aspajournal.it/index.php/ijas/article/view/2255