More Horses

Question 1

How to place a belly rope (3)

Answer 1

1. Through the tie ring
2. Between the legs
3. Loop around abdomen/ thorax

Question 2

Which two twitches are distractions/ diversion?

Answer 2

Hand and lip twitch (not nose)

Question 3

Three lip twitches

Answer 3

1. Hand
2. ‘Humane’ twitch (curved area)
3. Rope/ chain (can cause damage)

Question 4

Where to apply skin twitch

Answer 4

Cranial to shoulder: grab and twist

Question 5

Forelimb is used for…..

Answer 5

Leg lift restraint (dangerous bad idea)

Question 6

5 steps in front leg lifting for exam procedures

Answer 6

1. Face rear, approach withers
2. Work down leg from withers
3. Squeeze suspensory ligament gently
4. Flex fetlock
5. Cradle fetlock between ur legs

Question 7

6 steps in rear leg lifting for exam

Answer 7

1. Face rear
2. Approach at withers, work back
3. Lean into horse
4. Slide down to medial hock&pull it out
5. Extend leg caudally and over thigh
6. Cradle fetlock

Question 8

What is the safest handling method for horses?

Answer 8

Stocks

Question 9

3 Procedures that can be safely performed using Stocks

Answer 9

1. Nasogastric Tube
2. Endoscopy
3. Minor Procedures

Question 9

Steps for Stock Entry (3)

Answer 9

1. With gates open, put rope through
2. Close rear gate 1st
3. Close front gate 2nd (get out of the
   way)