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Methods of Handling Horses Safely Equine Science

Your friend calls you in a panic—The vet is on the way! Are you prepared to help with your friends horse in an emergency situation?

Safely handling horses Horses are very unique. They are not like cattle who can be restrained on a trim chute. We must be aware of the basic rules of thumb as well as emergency restraint methods.

Objectives Today we will: Describe best practices in handling horses safely Identify restrain methods used in emergency situations Analyze scenarios for safe horse handling

Best Practices in Horse Handling We have already discussed that horses are naturally flight animals. This means that when horses get frightened, they flee. This is an important concept with handling horses safely. Do not stand directly in front of the horse Do not stand directly behind the horse When holding the lead while a vet or farrier are working on the horse, stand on the same side as the vet/farrier Let the horse know where you are by gently touching the horse as you walk around or approach

Can you guess Why? Do not stand directly in front of the horse Do not stand directly behind the horse If the horse tries to flee, you don’t want to be in the way When holding the lead while a vet or farrier are working on the horse, stand on the same side as the vet/farrier If the horse tries to move, you will move the horse away from the vet/farrier Let the horse know where you are by gently touching the horse as you walk around or approach You don’t want to startle the horse when you approach

Horse Safety Watch the Horse Safety Video to learn more about how a horse senses their surroundings and how to be safe when handling

Do you know how to handle a Horse related Emergency? Horses are prone to injury because of their flight instinct. You should always contact a veterinarian if there is an emergency. Being aware of the restraint methods veterinarians are likely to use will help you be more prepared in the event of an emergency. Twitch Neck Pinch Chain over the nose or under the chin Sedation

Twitch A twitch typically has a small piece of rope attached to a long stick. The rope is put around the top lip and twisted to restrain the horse. A “one man twitch” works off the same principle but typically has a clip so that one person can use it Care should be taken using any twitch. Horses may try to escape and cause injury to the horse or the handler

Neck Pinch A neck pinch may be used to give the horse something else to think about while a vet is working on the horse

Chain over nose or Chin A lead rope with a chain may be used over the nose or under the chin Never tie the horse with the chain; if the horse sets back, injury can occur.

Sedation If the injury is severe or the horse is not cooperating with other methods, sometimes the vet will give an injected sedative. This should only be done with the advise and care of the veterinarian. Just like any drug, there can be unwanted side effects.

Methods of Restraining a horse Watch the video on Restraining a Horse What were the different methods of restraint covered in this video?

Analyze Situations for Horse Handling Safety For each picture, identify potential safety concerns

Safety Concerns? The handler and vet are on the same side—GOOD Be careful not to stand directly in front of the horse—BAD There is a possibility of the horse swinging its head and hitting the vet—BAD

Safety Concerns? The handler and vet should be on the same side—BAD This is an example of a one man twitch—GOOD The handler has the rope wrapped around the hand—BAD

Safety Concerns? The handler is standing directly in front of the horse—BAD

Safety Concerns? Cross Ties are great for grooming and saddling but are dangerous to use in an emergency situation—BAD

Your Turn Find or draw a picture of an emergency situation with a horse. Identify at least three safety concerns and how to correct them.

Questions for Review Why is safety such a concern when handling horses? What are three rules of thumb when handling horses? Name three restrain methods used in an emergency situation.

Questions for Review Why is safety such a concern when handling horses? Horses are flight animals; you could be injured if they become frightened What are three rules of thumb when handling horses? Don’t stand directly in front or behind the horse; stay on the same side as the vet; touch the horse to let it know where you are Name three restrain methods used in an emergency situation. Twitch, neck pinch, chain, or sedation

Summary Safe horse handling is an important component of equine science. Being aware of the general safety rules of thumb as well as emergency measures can help you be prepared for any situation

References Handling Horses Safely: http://extension.missouri.edu/p/G2878 4-H Horse Safety Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XJif22DLGlI Equine Restraint: http://cal.vet.upenn.edu/projects/fieldservice/Equine/eqrestr/eqre str.htm Restraining a Horse: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kUIJu46LvA

Texas College and Career Readiness Standards English Language Arts: II. Reading, B, 1-3. Science: VI. Biology, C, 1-2; VIII. Physics, C, 3.

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