Restraint

 RESTRAINT OF ANIMAL

The animal should be properly restrained examination so that they do not injure the operator at the time of examination

  • Cows - Should be fastened and secured with rope or halter
  • Sheep - Fore limbs should be tied together and the rear parts elevated by an assistance
  • Mares - A twitch should usually be applied to the lip and one fore leg held up.
  • Sows - secured by a strong rope with a loop around the upper jaw behind the canine teeth or the sows secured and placed in farrowing crates.
  • Dogs - should be muzzled
  • Cats - should be held firmly by an assistant.
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