Efficient Large Animal Handling: A Comprehensive Guide for Veterinary Professionals

Written by renowned expert C. B. Chastain, this concise instructional guide provides a valuable resource for veterinary students, practicing veterinarians, technicians, and assistants seeking to improve their skills in large animal handling. This portable guide condenses the most critical aspects of animal handling, ensuring a safe and efficient approach in various settings, from farm to laboratory to riding school.

Key Topics Covered

• Handler safety: Best practices for ensuring the safety of handlers during animal interactions
• Animal safety: Techniques for minimizing stress and risk to animals during handling
• Sanitation: Essential guidelines for maintaining a clean and hygienic environment
• Approach and capture: Step-by-step instructions for safely approaching and capturing animals
• Routine handling and release procedures: Efficient methods for handling animals for routine procedures
• Handling for medical procedures: Specialized techniques for handling animals during medical procedures
• Use and supply sources of restraint equipment: A comprehensive review of restraint equipment and their applications

A dedicated Companion Website offers additional self-assessment questions and answers to aid learning and reinforce key concepts.

Who Will Benefit from This Guide?

This guide is essential reading for:

• Undergraduate veterinary students on EMS rotations
• Practicing veterinarians seeking to improve their skills and knowledge
• Veterinary technicians and assistants looking to enhance their expertise

Covering species encountered in farm, equine, and laboratory settings, this book provides a valuable resource for veterinary professionals seeking to excel in large animal handling.

Publication Details:

• Publisher: CRC Press
• Edition: 1st edition
• Publication Date: June 14, 2023
• Language: English
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 300
• ISBN-10: 0367628090
• ISBN-13: 978-0367628093