1. Demonstrate the method of physical restraint of horses

Question 1

As a vet, what is youre responsibility?

Answer 1

Make sure the whole staff and the people around the horse is safe

Question 2

Name methods that you would restrain a horse:

Answer 2

1. Rope around nose + halter
2. Chiffney (mostly used for TB horses)
3. Nose twitch (on upper lip)
4. Bridle with bit
5. Squeeze ear (with hand)
6. Lift foreleg

Question 3

Restrain foal:

Answer 3

NO
Use one hand around the shoulders and one at the tail

Question 4

If this doesnt work, what can we do?

Answer 4

Chemical restraint

Question 5

What is chemical restraint?

Answer 5

Sedation.

• Alpha-2 Antagonists: Xylazine, Detomidine, romfinidine
• Combination with Butorphanol (opioid) for a longer and deeper sedation
• Young foals: safer to use Benzodiazepines -> Diazepam, Midazolam