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Safe Handling and Restraint of Animals


Safe Handling and Restraint of Animals

A Comprehensive Guide
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von: Stella J. Chapman

42,99 €

Verlag: Wiley-Blackwell
Format: EPUB
Veröffentl.: 16.08.2017
ISBN/EAN: 9781119077923
Sprache: englisch
Anzahl Seiten: 320

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<p><b>Provides all you need to know about the safe and humane handling and restraint of animals.</b></p> <p><i>Safe Handling and Restraint of Animals </i>takes a holistic approach to the handling of a wide variety of animal species. This comprehensive resource offers a thorough overview of how to safely handle and restrain a number of commonly encountered species including dogs, cats, small mammals, exotic pets, horses and farm animals. Each chapter discusses the behaviour of the species and then outlines the appropriate handling and restraint methods, including any equipment required, multiple explanatory photographs, and useful further reading.</p> <ul> <li>Covers a wide range of species commonly encountered by veterinary staff and those working within animal industries</li> <li>Includes key points and self-assessment questions at the end of each chapter, and a glossary of terms</li> <li>Ideal for students of any animal-related degree or diploma programme, including veterinary medicine, veterinary nursing, and animal studies and husbandry</li> </ul> <p>Written for students and professionals who work with animals, <i>Safe Handling and Restraint of Animals: A Comprehensive Guide </i>encompasses all aspects of handling and physical restraint, including biosecurity and welfare issues. </p>
<p>Contributors xv</p> <p>Acknowledgement xvii</p> <p><b>1 Biosecurity and Personal Equipment for Safe Handling and Restraint of Animals 1<br /> </b><i>Stella J. Chapman</i></p> <p>1.1 Transmission of Disease 1</p> <p>1.1.1 Zoonoses 1</p> <p>1.1.2 Carriers 3</p> <p>1.2 Infection Control 3</p> <p>1.2.1 Biosecurity 3</p> <p>1.2.2 Effective Cleaning and Disinfection 3</p> <p>1.3 Assessing the Risk 4</p> <p>1.3.1 Standard Operating Procedures 5</p> <p>1.4 Personal Hygiene 5</p> <p>1.4.1 Handwashing 6</p> <p>1.4.2 Signs 7</p> <p>1.5 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 7</p> <p>1.5.1 General Points 8</p> <p>1.5.2 Working with Horses 9</p> <p>Key Points 10</p> <p>Self-assessment Questions 10</p> <p>References 11</p> <p>Further Reading 11</p> <p><b>2 Welfare Considerations for the Handling and Restraint of Animals 13<br /> </b><i>Stella J. Chapman</i></p> <p>2.1 The Human–Animal Bond: Domestication as a Consideration of Welfare 13</p> <p>2.2 Welfare Considerations 14</p> <p>2.2.1 The Five Needs/Freedoms and Reference to Animal Handling and Restraint 14</p> <p>2.3 Types of Restraints and Implications for Welfare 15</p> <p>2.3.1 Dogs 16</p> <p>2.3.2 Horses 16</p> <p>2.4 Stress and Implications for Handling and Restraint 17</p> <p>2.4.1 Fear 17</p> <p>2.4.2 Novel Events 17</p> <p>2.4.3 Previous Experience 17</p> <p>2.4.4 Selection for Behavioural Traits 18</p> <p>2.4.5 The Importance of Training to Improve Handling and Animal Welfare 18</p> <p>Key Points 18</p> <p>Self-assessment Questions 19</p> <p>References 19</p> <p><b>3 Handling and Restraint of Dogs 21<br /> </b><i>Susan M. Phillips and Stella J. Chapman</i></p> <p>3.1 Canine Behaviour 22</p> <p>3.1.1 Genetic Influences on Behaviour (Nature) 22</p> <p>3.1.2 Environmental Influences on Behaviour (Nurture) 23</p> <p>3.1.3 Canine Communication 24</p> <p>3.1.4 Canine Aggression 25</p> <p>3.2 Handling and Restraint of Dogs 25</p> <p>3.2.1 Approaching a Dog 28</p> <p>3.2.2 Kennelling a Dog 29</p> <p>3.2.3 Moving Around the Premises 29</p> <p>3.2.4 Physical Restraint 29</p> <p>3.2.5 Lifting 34</p> <p>3.3 Ancillary Equipment 38</p> <p>3.3.1 Collar and Lead 38</p> <p>3.3.2 Slip Lead 38</p> <p>3.3.3 Harness 40</p> <p>3.3.4 Halters 40</p> <p>3.3.5 Muzzles 40</p> <p>3.3.6 Catchers 41</p> <p>3.3.7 Stretchers, Trolleys and Blankets 42</p> <p>3.4 Training for Restraint 42</p> <p>3.5 Special Considerations 43</p> <p>3.5.1 Handling and Restraint of Puppies 43</p> <p>3.5.2 The Geriatric Dog 43</p> <p>3.5.3 Dealing with an Uncooperative or Aggressive Dog 44</p> <p>Key Points 44</p> <p>Self-assessment Questions 44</p> <p>References 45</p> <p>Further Reading 46</p> <p><b>4 Handling and Restraint of Cats 47<br /> </b><i>Susan M. Phillips and Stella J. Chapman</i></p> <p>4.1 Feline Behaviour 48</p> <p>4.1.1 Social Structure 48</p> <p>4.1.2 Communication 48</p> <p>4.1.3 Visual Communication 48</p> <p>4.1.4 Olfactory Communication 51</p> <p>4.1.5 Behaviour Responses 52</p> <p>4.1.6 How this can Affect Handling 52</p> <p>4.2 Handling and Restraint of Cats 52</p> <p>4.2.1 Moving around the Premises 53</p> <p>4.2.2 Removing Cats from Carriers and Cages 53</p> <p>4.2.3 Placing Cats in Carriers and Cages 54</p> <p>4.3 Physical Restraint 54</p> <p>4.3.1 Lifting and Carrying Cats 54</p> <p>4.3.2 Restraint in Standing Position 55</p> <p>4.3.3 Restraint in Sitting Position 55</p> <p>4.3.4 Restraint in Sternal Recumbency 56</p> <p>4.3.5 Restraint in Lateral Recumbency 57</p> <p>4.3.6 Restraint for Examination of the Head 57</p> <p>4.3.7 Scruffing 57</p> <p>4.4 Ancillary Equipment 57</p> <p>4.4.1 Towels 58</p> <p>4.4.2 Muzzles 59</p> <p>4.4.3 Gloves and Gauntlets 59</p> <p>4.4.4 Cat Bags 59</p> <p>4.4.5 Nets 60</p> <p>4.4.6 Cat Grabber/Snare 61</p> <p>4.4.7 Crush Cages 61</p> <p>4.5 Training for Restraint 61</p> <p>4.6 Special Considerations 62</p> <p>4.6.1 Handling and Restraint of Kittens: Socialization 62</p> <p>4.6.2 Behavioural Changes Associated with Ageing 62</p> <p>4.6.3 Dealing with an Aggressive of Uncooperative Cat 62</p> <p>Key Points 63</p> <p>Self-assessment Questions 64</p> <p>References 64</p> <p>Further Reading 65</p> <p><b>5 Handling and Restraint of Rabbits 67<br /> </b><i>Bridget Roberts and Stella J. Chapman</i></p> <p>5.1 Behaviour of Rabbits 68</p> <p>5.1.1 Communication 68</p> <p>5.2 Handling and Restraint of Rabbits 68</p> <p>5.2.1 Basics 69</p> <p>5.2.2 Approach and Capture of a Rabbit 69</p> <p>5.2.3 Lifting a Rabbit into a Basket 71</p> <p>5.2.4 Restraint of a Rabbit on a Table 73</p> <p>5.2.5 Restraint for Sexing or Examination of the Abdomen 75</p> <p>5.2.6 Restraint for Aggressive Rabbits 76</p> <p>5.2.7 Alternative Restraint Methods for Rabbits 77</p> <p>5.2.8 Towel Wrap or ‘Bunny Burrito’ 77</p> <p>5.2.9 Tonic Immobilization 78</p> <p>5.3 Aggression 79</p> <p>5.3.1 Aggression as a Normal Behaviour 80</p> <p>5.3.2 Aggression as an Abnormal Behaviour 81</p> <p>5.3.3 Preventing and Minimizing Aggressive Behaviour 81</p> <p>Key Points 82</p> <p>Self-assessment Questions 82</p> <p>References 82</p> <p>Further Reading 83</p> <p><b>6 Handling and Restraint of Rodents 85<br /> </b><i>Bridget Roberts and Stella J. Chapman</i></p> <p>6.1 General Species Information 85</p> <p>6.1.1 Guinea Pigs 85</p> <p>6.1.2 Rats 86</p> <p>6.1.3 Mice 86</p> <p>6.1.4 Hamsters 86</p> <p>6.1.5 Gerbils 87</p> <p>6.2 Behaviour of Rodents 87</p> <p>6.2.1 Anatomical Considerations 87</p> <p>6.2.2 Social Behaviour 87</p> <p>6.2.3 Communication 88</p> <p>6.3 Handling and Restraint of Small Rodents 88</p> <p>6.3.1 General Guidelines 88</p> <p>6.3.2 Points to Consider 90</p> <p>6.3.3 Mice 90</p> <p>6.3.4 Hamsters and Gerbils 90</p> <p>6.4 Handling and Restraint of Rats 94</p> <p>6.4.1 Approach 94</p> <p>6.4.2 Capture 94</p> <p>6.4.3 General Table Restraint 94</p> <p>6.4.4 Restraint for Sexing or Examination of the Abdomen 95</p> <p>6.4.5 Additional Methods of Restraint 96</p> <p>6.4.6 Aggression 97</p> <p>6.5 Handling and Restraint of Guinea Pigs 98</p> <p>6.5.1 Approach 98</p> <p>6.5.2 Capture 99</p> <p>6.5.3 General Table Restraint 100</p> <p>6.5.4 Restraint for Sexing or Examination of the Abdomen 102</p> <p>6.5.5 Carrying a Guinea Pig 102</p> <p>6.5.6 Aggression in Guinea Pigs 102</p> <p>Key Points 103</p> <p>Self-assessment Questions 104</p> <p>References 104</p> <p>Further Reading 105</p> <p><b>7 Handling and Restraint of Ferrets 107<br /> </b><i>Bridget Roberts and Stella J. Chapman</i></p> <p>7.1 Behaviour of Ferrets 107</p> <p>7.1.1 Communication 108</p> <p>7.2 Handling and Restraint of Ferrets 108</p> <p>7.2.1 General points 108</p> <p>7.2.2 Approach 108</p> <p>7.2.3 Capture 109</p> <p>7.2.4 General Table Restraint 110</p> <p>7.2.5 Restraint for Sexing and Examination of the Abdomen 110</p> <p>7.2.6 Restraint of Aggressive Ferrets 110</p> <p>7.2.7 Use of Harnesses 110</p> <p>Key Points 111</p> <p>Self-assessment Questions 112</p> <p>References 112</p> <p>Further Reading 113</p> <p><b>8 Handling and Restraint of Horses and Donkeys 115<br /> </b><i>Stella J. Chapman and Krista M. McLennan</i></p> <p>8.1 Equine Behaviour 116</p> <p>8.1.1 Temperament 116</p> <p>8.1.2 Communication 117</p> <p>8.1.3 Key Differences Between Horses and Donkeys 119</p> <p>8.1.3.1 In General 119</p> <p>8.1.3.2 How Donkey Behaviour Can Affect Handling 119</p> <p>8.1.3.3 How to Use Behavioural Traits to Effect when Handling Donkeys 120</p> <p>8.2 How to Approach a Horse/Donkey 120</p> <p>8.3 How to Put on a Head Collar and Lead in Hand 121</p> <p>8.3.1 How to Put a Head Collar on a Horse in the Stable 121</p> <p>8.3.2 How to Put a Head Collar on a Donkey in the Field 124</p> <p>8.3.3 Quick Release Knot 124</p> <p>8.3.4 How to Lead in Hand 127</p> <p>8.4 Physical Restraint 130</p> <p>8.5 Methods and Equipment 130</p> <p>8.5.1 Head Collar 130</p> <p>8.5.2 Bridle 131</p> <p>8.5.3 Chiffney Bit 131</p> <p>8.5.4 Twitch 131</p> <p>8.5.5 Stocks 134</p> <p>8.5.6 Tail Restraint 135</p> <p>8.5.7 Physical Restraint of Donkeys 137</p> <p>8.6 Training for Restraint 139</p> <p>8.6.1 Training Donkeys for Restraint 141</p> <p>8.7 Handling and Restraint of Foals 144</p> <p>8.7.1 Development of Behaviour 144</p> <p>8.7.2 Restraint of Foals 146</p> <p>8.8 Handling and Restraint of Stallions 149</p> <p>Key Points 149</p> <p>Self-assessment Questions 149</p> <p>References 150</p> <p>Further Reading 151</p> <p><b>9 Handling and Restraint of Cattle 153<br /> </b><i>Krista M. McLennan and Stella J. Chapman</i></p> <p>9.1 Behaviour 153</p> <p>9.1.1 Dairy and Beef Cattle 153</p> <p>9.2 How to Use Behavioural Traits to Good Effect When Handling 154</p> <p>9.2.1 Cattle as a Prey Animal 154</p> <p>9.2.2 Flight Zone and Point of Balance 155</p> <p>9.2.3 Cattle as a Social Species 156</p> <p>9.2.4 Previous Experience 156</p> <p>9.2.5 Cattle Signals to Look For 157</p> <p>9.3 How to Approach and Move Cattle 157</p> <p>9.3.1 Approaching and Moving a Group of Cattle 158</p> <p>9.3.2 Approaching and Moving the Individual 158</p> <p>9.3.3 Moving a Calf 160</p> <p>9.4 Handling Facilities 160</p> <p>9.4.1 Special Note: Bulls and Calves; Use of Dogs and Vehicles 163</p> <p>9.5 How to Restrain Cattle 166</p> <p>9.5.1 Physical Restraint 166</p> <p>9.5.2 Roping or Casting 173</p> <p>9.6 Training for Restraint 176</p> <p>9.7 Special Considerations 176</p> <p>Key Points 177</p> <p>Self-assessment Questions 177</p> <p>References 177</p> <p>Further Reading 178</p> <p><b>10 Handling and Restraint of Small Ruminants 179<br /> </b><i>Krista M. McLennan and Stella J. Chapman</i></p> <p>10.1 Behaviour 180</p> <p>10.1.1 How to Use Behavioural Traits to Effect when Handling 181</p> <p>10.1.1.1 The Flocking Instinct 181</p> <p>10.1.1.2 Follow the Leader 181</p> <p>10.2 How to Approach and Move Sheep 182</p> <p>10.2.1 Methods and Equipment 182</p> <p>10.2.2 Approaching and Moving a Group of Sheep 182</p> <p>10.2.3 Approaching and Moving an Individual Sheep 184</p> <p>10.2.4 Handling Facilities 186</p> <p>10.2.5 Special Note: Rams, Lambs and Pregnant Ewes; Use of Dogs/Vehicles 189</p> <p>10.3 How to Approach and Move Goats 191</p> <p>10.3.1 Methods and Equipment 191</p> <p>10.3.2 Moving a Group 191</p> <p>10.3.3 Moving an Individual 191</p> <p>10.3.4 Handling Facilities 191</p> <p>10.3.5 Special Note: Kids, Pregnant Does and Bucks 192</p> <p>10.4 How to Restrain a Sheep 193</p> <p>10.4.1 Methods and Equipment 193</p> <p>10.4.2 Physical Restraint 193</p> <p>10.4.3 Training for Restraint 198</p> <p>10.5 How to Restrain Goats 200</p> <p>10.5.1 Methods and Equipment 200</p> <p>10.5.2 Physical Restraint 200</p> <p>10.5.3 Training for Restraint 204</p> <p>10.6 Special Considerations 204</p> <p>Key Points 204</p> <p>Self-assessment Questions 205</p> <p>References 205</p> <p>Further Reading 206</p> <p><b>11 Handling and Restraint of Pigs 207<br /> </b><i>Krista M. McLennan and Stella J. Chapman</i></p> <p>11.1 Behaviour 207</p> <p>11.1.1 How this Can Affect Handling 208</p> <p>11.1.2 How to Use Behavioural Traits to Effect When Handling 208</p> <p>11.2 How to Approach and Move Pigs 211</p> <p>11.2.1 General Methods and Equipment 211</p> <p>11.2.2 Moving a Group of Pigs 213</p> <p>11.2.3 Moving the Individual 215</p> <p>11.2.4 Sows, Boars, Finishers and Piglets 216</p> <p>11.3 How to Restrain Pigs 217</p> <p>11.3.1 Methods and Equipment 217</p> <p>11.3.2 Physical Restraint 218</p> <p>11.3.3 Training for Restraint 220</p> <p>11.4 Special Considerations 221</p> <p>Key Points 221</p> <p>Self-assessment Questions 221</p> <p>References 221</p> <p>Further Reading 222</p> <p><b>12 Handling and Restraint of South American Camelids 223<br /> </b><i>Krista M. McLennan and Stella J. Chapman</i></p> <p>12.1 Behaviour 224</p> <p>12.1.1 Alpacas and Llama 225</p> <p>12.2 How to Use Behavioural Traits to Effect When Handling 225</p> <p>12.2.1 Handling Facilities 227</p> <p>12.3 How to Approach and Halter a Camelid 228</p> <p>12.3.1 Approaching Adult Camelids 228</p> <p>12.3.2 Approaching Cria 229</p> <p>12.3.3 How to Put on a Head Collar/Halter 229</p> <p>12.3.4 How to Lead a Camelid 230</p> <p>12.4 How to Restrain a Camelid 231</p> <p>12.4.1 Methods and Equipment 231</p> <p>12.4.2 Physical Restraint 232</p> <p>12.4.3 Training Adult Camelids for Restraint 234</p> <p>12.5 Training Cria 235</p> <p>12.6 Special Considerations 235</p> <p>Key Points 236</p> <p>Self-assessment Questions 236</p> <p>References 236</p> <p>Further Reading 237</p> <p><b>13 Handling and Restraint of Poultry and Aviary Birds 239<br /> </b><i>William S.M. Justice and Stella J. Chapman</i></p> <p>13.1 Behavioural Considerations 240</p> <p>13.1.1 Flight Distance 240</p> <p>13.1.2 Environment 240</p> <p>13.2 Anatomical Considerations 240</p> <p>13.3 How to Restrain Birds 242</p> <p>13.3.1 Preparation Prior to Handling 242</p> <p>13.3.2 Visual Assessment of Birds 242</p> <p>13.4 Handling Techniques for Common Cage and Aviary Species 243</p> <p>13.4.1 General Points Regarding the Handling of Poultry 243</p> <p>13.4.2 Handling and Restraint of Chickens 243</p> <p>13.4.3 Handling and Restraint of Other Poultry 246</p> <p>13.4.4 Handling and Restraint of Pigeons and Doves 247</p> <p>13.4.5 Handling and Restraint of Small Passerines 250</p> <p>13.4.6 Handling and Restraint of Psittacines 251</p> <p>Key Points 254</p> <p>Self-assessment Questions 254</p> <p>References 254</p> <p>Further Reading 255</p> <p><b>14 Handling and Restraint of Reptiles 257<br /> </b><i>William S.M. Justice and Stella J. Chapman</i></p> <p>14.1 Behaviour and Special Considerations 258</p> <p>14.1.1 Lizards 258</p> <p>14.1.2 Snakes 258</p> <p>14.1.3 Chelonians 259</p> <p>14.2 Restraint and Handling of Snakes 259</p> <p>14.2.1 Anatomical Considerations 259</p> <p>14.2.2 Handling Snakes 260</p> <p>14.2.2.1 Non-venomous Snakes 260</p> <p>14.2.2.2 Venomous Snakes 262</p> <p>14.3 Restraint and Handling of Lizards 264</p> <p>14.3.1 Anatomical Considerations 264</p> <p>14.3.2 Handling 264</p> <p>14.4 Restraint and Handling of Chelonians 265</p> <p>14.4.1 Anatomical Considerations 265</p> <p>14.4.2 Handling 266</p> <p>Key Points 267</p> <p>Self-assessment Questions 268</p> <p>References 269</p> <p>Further Reading 269</p> <p>Glossary 271</p> <p>Answers to Chapter Questions 273</p> <p>Index 285</p>
<p><b> Stella J. Chapman</b> is a veterinarian with a keen interest in animal welfare and behaviour, and the role that the veterinarian has to play in animal husbandry. Stella has lectured at the Sydney School of Veterinary Science, University of Sydney, Australia and the School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Surrey, UK.
<p><b> Provides all you need to know about the safe and humane handling and restraint of animals. </b> <p><i> Safe Handling and Restraint of Animals</i> takes a holistic approach to the handling of a wide variety of animal species. This comprehensive resource offers a thorough overview of how to safely handle and restrain a number of commonly encountered species including dogs, cats, small mammals, exotic pets, horses and farm animals. Each chapter discusses the behaviour of the species and then outlines the appropriate handling and restraint methods, including any equipment required, multiple explanatory photographs, and useful further reading. <ul> <li>Covers a wide range of species commonly encountered by veterinary staff and those working within animal industries</li> <li>Includes key points and self-assessment questions at the end of each chapter, and a glossary of terms</li> <li>Ideal for students of any animal-related degree or diploma programme, including veterinary medicine, veterinary nursing, and animal studies and husbandry</li> </ul> <br> <p> Written for students and professionals who work with animals, <i>Safe Handling and Restraint of Animals: A Comprehensive Guide</i> encompasses all aspects of handling and physical restraint, including biosecurity and welfare issues.

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