- Solid sides or barriers around cattle prevent them from seeing people who get too close.
- A bovine’s view of an escape pathway must be blocked until it is fully
restrained. This principle does not apply to pigs.
n.Provide non-slip flooring for all species.
- Slow steady motion of a restraint device is calming to all species.
- Use the concept of optional pressure.
Sufficient pressure must be applied to provide the feeling of restraint, but avoid excessive pressure that causes pain or discomfort.
- The entrance to a restraint device must be well lit.
- Livestock will be calmer if they can see other animals.
- Minimize noise. High-pitched sound disturbs animals more than low pitched noise.
- Design restraint devices to avoid uncom-fortable pressure points on the animal’s body.
- Restrain livestock in an upright position.
