Title: Identify methods and equipment used for restraining animals.
Course: Veterinary Science I (18105-I) > Section: Handling Animals

Identification should include

- common situations, including medical procedures, requiring restraint of animals
- chemical and physical methods of restraint
- equipment appropriate for each situation
- safety issues applicable to the use of restraining equipment
- the benefits to the animal and to the handler of using restraining equipment.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the benefit of using a cat sack?
- Why should the handler leave a cat's head out of the cat sack?
- What is an alternative way to restrain a cat if a cat sack is not available?
- How can a muzzle be considered a type of restraint?
- What is the difference between a cat muzzle and a dog muzzle?
- Why can't a dog muzzle be used on a cat?
- How can short-muzzle dogs be muzzled?
- What are dangers associated with use of muzzles?
- What are some signs to watch for that indicate that a muzzle should be removed immediately?
- What are some equipment alternatives to muzzles and cat bags?
- How can an e-collar be a useful piece of restraint equipment?
- Why is it important to use minimal restraint on an animal?
- How can FearFree techniques reduce stress and anxiety in all animals?