Dog Restraint Flashcards
What tools are used in handling and restraint dog?
Collars: Any dog you handle should at least wear a collar, which allows for easier control there are several different types of collars that are used for this purpose.
Leashes: Any dog you lead should wear a leash; leashes aid in restraint and help you to prevent animal-to-animal contact in the waiting room and so on. There are many types of leashes but the most commonly used in the veterinary practice is the slip leash.
Muzzles: Muzzles are temporary devices applied to the nose and mouth to prevent the animal from biting or to serve as a distraction. There are two types of muzzles wire-basket muzzles and nylon muzzles; you can also improvise a muzzle out of bandages and even a leash.
Head Snare: Also called a restraint/rabies pole is a long tubular handle with a thick retractable wire inside and is used to catch and restrain vicious dogs.
What is a Training Collar and how do you put one on a dog?
A training collar consists of stainless-steel links with a ring at each end, never leave a dog unattended in this collar because it can catch easily on cage bars.
To put a training collar on a dog first, chose a collar approximately two inches longer than the circumference of the dog’s head. Secondly, place the collar on the dog with the loose end which takes the leash, over the back of the dog; which is the top of its neck.
Once the collar and leash are in the appropriate position, lead the animal with short, firm tugs.
What is a Gentle Head Leader Collar?
The gentle leader head-collar also called the promise collar is a nylon head halter for a dog.
It is used to control the head of a dog by allowing the handler to apply pressure to the side, thus turning the dog’s head when it pulls.
What leash is most commonly used in the Vet Practice and what are some advantages of it?
The slip leash is most commonly used in the veterinary practice because it is easier to remove a dog from a cage and helps to control a dog that resists handling or escapes from its handler.
Also you can easily improvise a slip leash from a normal one.
What are the different types of muzzles?
The wire basket muzzle which is a small cup placed over the end of the dog’s nose and clipped behind its ears, this allows the dog to pant but some dogs can bite through.
Nylon muzzles are the most common type of muzzle used in the veterinary practice; they just slip over the dog’s nose and clip behind its head.
Also do not put a muzzle on a dog that has breathing problems or chest injuries.
How do you improvise a Muzzle out of Gauze Bandages for a Dog and a Pug-nosed Dog?
To improvise a muzzle for a dog from bandages:
Take a long piece of bandage and tie a loop at its midsection, approach the dog from the side or back and slip the loop over the end of the dog’s nose.
Quickly tighten the loop and bring the ends of the gauze under the dog’s neck.
Cross the ends over and then pull them behind the dog’s neck and tie them in a half bow or slip knot.
To improvise a muzzle for a pug-nosed dog:
Take a long piece of bandage and tie a loop at its midsection, approach the dog from the side or back and slip the loop over the dog’s nose with the tie under the jaw.
Pull the ends of the gauze behind the ears, and then tie them securely.
One end of the gauze should be drawn down across the dog’s forehead and slid under the loop at the top of the nose.
How do you improvise a Muzzle with a Leash?
You can improvise a muzzle with a leash by wrapping a portion of the leash around the animal’s mouth; this leash should be just tight enough to keep the animal from opening its mouth.
What is a Head Snare how is it used?
A head snare is a tool used to catch and restrain vicious dogs; it is also called a restrain/rabies pole.
To use a head snare form a large loop, slide this loop over the dog’s head and quickly tighten; once the snare has served its purpose, use the quick release mechanism to loosen the loop for easy removal.
How do you Approach a Dog?
Before approaching a dog assess the situation and make sure that the dog can both see and hear you coming, observe the dog carefully for any signs of fear or aggression. Place the back of your hand out no higher than the dog’s nose; this allows the dog to smell you and get accustomed to your presence, then coax the animal slowly and with a cheerful tone.
When the dog is comfortable and accepts your handling, you may escort it into the examination room.
How do you take a Dog from its Owner?
Take the dog’s leash from its owner and ask the owner to walk away from the dog, if you must lead the dog away, coax the animal with a cheerful tone.
If you are taking a small dog from its owner’s arms approach the animal from the rear and slip a leash over its neck and take it to the examination room.
What are the two prerequisites before picking up an animal?
The two prerequisites are apply a leash and crouch beside the animal.
What does the proper method of picking up a dog depend on?
It depends on the dog’s size and health.
How do you lift up a small uninjured Dog that weighs less that 50Ibs?
Place one arm under the dog’s head and place the other under the dog’s abdomen with you hand pointed forward and you fingers between the dog’s front legs.
Then lift the dog straight up and place it on the examining table.
How do you lift a small injured Dog?
Place one arm under the dog’s head and place the other around the dog’s hindquarters.
Then lift the dog straight up and place it on the examination table.
How do you lift a large uninjured Dog weighing over 50 Ibs?
To lift a large dog two people should be present.
These two people should crouch down on the same side of the dog. The first people should restrain the dog’s head by placing one arm around its neck and the other around the dog’s chest. The second person should place one arm around the dog’s abdomen and the other around the dog’s hindquarters.
Simultaneously, both people should lift the dog using their legs not their backs.
