Handling New Or Stray Pets

7–11 minutes

 

According to the ASPCA

To limit the use of unnecessary force and to ensure safe and humane handling of animals, adequate tools are a must-have their employees, as well as pet owners should be familiar with animal behavior (what they do and why), including active and passive signs of stress. It is possible for you to read the messages behind body language and vocalization.

Know the Signs 
You may be very familiar with the active signs of stress in animals, but be on the lookout for passive signs, as well. These include:

  • Poor appetite and refusal to eat
  • Inability to rest or sleep
  • Feigned sleep
  • Constant hiding
  • Absence of grooming
  • Activity depression
  • Social withdrawal

Give Time to Settle In
Fractious or seemingly “frozen” animals will benefit from a 24-hour “chill out” period. Keep them in a quiet area with soft beds for comfort — and for scent familiarization — and limit the number of caregivers. The next day, calmly approach the cage to look for behavior changes. You may find the frightened animal from the day before has been replaced with a happy animal.  If the pet appears more relaxed but still uncertain, try talking to it, and consider using an Assess-a-Hand to safely gauge her reaction to human contact. If it’s still displaying feral behavior, leave it alone.

Safe First Night Tips For Strays Or New Pets
If you have gotten an animal that you are unsure about we suggest you keep your animal in a small cage for 24 hrs. When temporarily holding animals, these tips will ensure safety and humane care:

  • Keep animals in cages before and after surgery.
  • Don’t transfer a stray to a different enclosure unless he’s been anesthetized.
  • Elevate cages so feces and urine can fall through to the floor.
  • Keep cages covered with towels, sheets, or blankets to reduce stress.
  • Offer food and water without opening the cages. A watering can with a thin spout works well for refilling water bowls.

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