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We have just bought some dexters and are now thinking of the practical ways they can be handled, if the vet needs to see them or AI.
They have been outside all summer, and are now moved into the winter area, access at all times to the barn and field. We are supplimenting the feed with silage and feed, as they will be calfing in January.
What is the best way to calm them for handling.
We do not have a cattle crush, but do have some heavy duty wood covered gates.
Obviously I am begining to get them used to me, by bribing with small handfuls of food and gentle stroking, but one is quite nervous, and I don't want her or me to get injured.
All suggestions are welcome
Alison
They have been outside all summer, and are now moved into the winter area, access at all times to the barn and field. We are supplimenting the feed with silage and feed, as they will be calfing in January.
What is the best way to calm them for handling.
We do not have a cattle crush, but do have some heavy duty wood covered gates.
Obviously I am begining to get them used to me, by bribing with small handfuls of food and gentle stroking, but one is quite nervous, and I don't want her or me to get injured.
All suggestions are welcome
Alison