2 Safe and Humane Handling and Restraint Techniques of Cattle
Bovine Restraint Techniques (PDF)
Note: This description of the bovine restraint techniques covered in this course is so that you can ensure you continue to practice them correctly throughout the year (hint, hint!).
Bovine Restraint Pictures (PDF)
Note: The above PDF contains some pictures depicting the various restraint methods, in particular application of ropes to cast a cow down for surgery. An old fashioned resource, but still a good one! 😛
Practicing Knots
Square Knot (AKA Reefer’s Knot or Reef Knot)
Surgeon’s Knot
Quick Release Reef Knot
Sheet Bend or Weaver’s Knot
Single Non-Sliding Loops
1. Overhand Loop
2. Bowline
Single-Sliding Loop
Double Sliding Loop
Tail Tie
Quick Release Halter Tie
Irish Halter Tie
Applying and Removing A Cow’s Halter
Foot Lifts
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