Safe Handling and Restraint of Animals: A Comprehensive Guide

Provides all you need to know about the safe and humane handling and restraint of animals.

Safe Handling and Restraint of Animals 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.

• Covers a wide range of species commonly encountered by veterinary staff and those working within animal industries
• Includes key points and self-assessment questions at the end of each chapter, and a glossary of terms
• Ideal for students of any animal-related degree or diploma programme, including veterinary medicine, veterinary nursing, and animal studies and husbandry

Written for students and professionals who work with animals, Safe Handling and Restraint of Animals: A Comprehensive Guide encompasses all aspects of handling and physical restraint, including biosecurity and welfare issues.

Keywords:

biosecurity and equipment for safe handling and restraint of animals; welfare considerations for the safe handling and restraint of animals; transmission of disease in animals; infection control in animals; personal hygiene when working with animals; protective equipment working with animals; types of restraints and consideration for animal welfare; handling and restraint of dogs; handling and restraint of cats; handling and restraint of rabbits; handling and restraint of rodents; handling and restraint of ferrets; handling and restraint of horses; handling and restraint of donkeys; handling and restraint of cattle; handling and restraint of farm animals