A. horses left side
B. horses right side
C. side opposite the veterinarian
D. same side as the veterinarian
2006-07-26 18:12:56 · 14 answers · asked by blazin_cripz_2006_0wner.sheena 3 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
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2006-07-26 18:16:02 · answer #1 · answered by Mary M 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If the vet is near the horses head, I stand on the opposite side, to give the vet room. If the vet is moving around and gets closer to the rear of the horse, I stand on the same side, because if the horse reacts, I will put pressure on her head, causing the back end to swing away from me. If I'm on the opposite side as the vet, that will cause the horses back end to swing into the vet. I do the same with the Farrier.
Some Vets like you to hold the horse different ways though.
2006-07-27 05:11:38 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
when you want to hold a horse for ANYTHING you hold it by their headstall(halter) and stand directly in front and use BOTH hands one on each side. if you control the head you control the horse. horses (much the same as us)"follow their heads with Little flexibility.. if you are holding a horse for exam be SURE you have a good grip and have BOTH your feet firmly planted on the ground. be alert for any sudden moves. if you hold the head down to about the middle of your chest you should be fine. the vet or owner(whoever is making the exam) will tell you if they are going to do something that might upset or annoy the animal.just remember that horse weighs around 1100 pounds. if it starts throwing its weight around(no joke) you just let go and get OUT of the way! believe me whoever is on the other end will be doing the same! be CAREFUL!!
2006-07-26 18:45:21 · answer #3 · answered by silvercat2me 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
B it is best to stay on the right side of the horse because you will have more control. also if u r having trouble controling ur horse when the vet is examining it try putting the chain part of the lead rope over the horses nose. it wont hurt them but will just reenforce ur control.
2006-07-26 18:36:54 · answer #4 · answered by rosendeker 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The side opposite the vet. That way you stay out of the vet's way, and can help keep the horse from moving away from thet vet.
2006-07-26 22:27:02 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
D that way if the horse jumps away from the vet you will not get hurt, also if youe expecting trouble keep the horse's head turned slightly toward your side so if anything happens you can pivot their butt away from you quickly
2006-07-27 03:27:45 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
D of course the vet knows what he's doing just make sure you don't get in his way or put yourself in a position where you can get hurt by the horse
2006-07-27 12:36:03 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
D. because you can see the vet and can move them out of the way if the horse moves...
2006-07-26 18:41:03 · answer #8 · answered by avettobe13 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a
2006-07-26 18:16:20 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-07-26 18:16:28 · answer #10 · answered by hey you 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋