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This photo collage illustrates the activities of the LRTC crew facilitating the gelding of 25 former free-roaming (tribal) stallions in preparation of relocation to a California sanctuary. This page is a continuation from Part One
Chutes, funnels and sorting wells were constructed using heavy gauge BLM spec "mustang panels."
The stallions had to be divided into small groups, then sorted individually into the vetting squeeze, then sedated and blood samples taken, then gelded. A number of colts and mares with foals were also sent through the system for blood work and to treat injuries sustained in the gather and sale process.
Securing the neck and head, then the legs.
Typical tie-offs. We use rope hobbles to secure legs as they can be applied more quickly..
A gelded horse finally "wakes up."
After this task was completed, it was time to get blood samples from six stud colts and seventeen mare and foal pairs.
Return to Freedom's "Sorrel Squad" taking naps next to the holding alley after getting blood drawn.
Moving the mare and foal pairs down the road to the vetting corral.
Getting 17 mare and foal pairs (34 horses) into the holding alley.
Finally, the last horse of the day waits to get blood drawn.
The horse handling crew consisted of Dr. Gerald Peck, Mike Holmes (Project Manager,) Willis Lamm, Shirley and Bruce Allen, Palomino Armstrong, Anne Martins and Michael Leifeste.
The training information presented in these information sheets and guides is offered for illustrative and volunteer refresher purposes only. It is not a substitute for actual hands-on training.
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