Working with elephant dung is the most practical way of collecting information and insights about an animal’s endocrine system without disturbing the animal. Faeces can provide information about female and male reproductive status as well as adrenocortical function as a a measure of stress. The Endocrine Research Laboratory in the Faculty of Veterinary Science is working with RHRCU to establish numerous non-invasive tests for a wide range of species. Lead on this project is Professor Andre Ganswindt.