Tools of Restrainment This has to be done very carefully. There are visual things, which are not strong, but makes the animal to feel a physical barrier. This is used in certain occasions. The light built funnel like structure in khedda is an example for this. Opaque plastic sheets are used to drive herd of deer in a given direction. 1) Psychological tools Voice, is an important tool that can be used especially is an animal escaped from captivity. The keeper is the best person to use it. If he is not confident then better avoid it. The animals can “smell” the cold sweat than any body else. Some keepers would like to have a “drink” to purchase confidence. But this has to be discouraged. He may be courageous with out competency, because of alcohol and end upon in disaster. He should be well aware of the anatomy and physiology of the species to be manipulated. This will give him an idea about the limbs that can reach to kick, strike or bite. He should be aware of the speed and agility of the animal he is going to handle. Many so-called sluggish animals will turn out to be incredibly agile if provoked or when found itself in danger. The psychology of the animal is also another factor. Animals in a social group, which are emotionally bound, may attack if one of its heard mates is handled (attacked). Elephant is a typical example. Another example is the reaction of mother when the young ones are handled. Cow elephant with a calf at foot, tiger with its cubs are all examples. The response of an animal to a violation of its flight distance is important. It may flee or attack with all its strength and capacity. Reduction of sensory stimuli Sight, sound and smell are all sensory stimuli that can evoke response in an animal. Once the animal is confined to an area say a cage it may be covered by large opaque cover; a tarpaulin can be used. Control all visitors. Similarly a nocturnal bird will be less active in a broad daylight and vice versa. Sounds which are not familiar to animal in the wild will also produce aggressive /defensive reaction from the animal. Avoid talking as well as blaring of radios and other similar things around. |
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