https://padlet.com/elishamassingham1/v56kroi2xuav en-us 2018-10-15 09:05:34 UTC 2018-10-15 09:24:54 UTC hello@padlet.com elishamassingham1 https://padlet.com/elishamassingham1/v56kroi2xuav/wish/292711416 Safety is paramount when handling rabbits as their fragile spines can be seriously, or even fatally, damaged if they feel insecure and struggle when held. Hold rabbits gently but firmly, ensure one hand supports their back and hindquarters at all time. Help them feel secure by holding all four feet against your body.]]> 2018-10-15 09:11:09 UTC https://padlet.com/elishamassingham1/v56kroi2xuav/wish/292711416 mellor1313 https://padlet.com/elishamassingham1/v56kroi2xuav/wish/292711475 Wrap one hand securely around the chest. Restrain one front leg by placing a finger in front of it. Use your other hand to support the hind feet .This hold is particularly helpful with nervous guinea pigs who have a tendency to nip and bite when being transported]]> 2018-10-15 09:11:27 UTC https://padlet.com/elishamassingham1/v56kroi2xuav/wish/292711475 mellor1313 https://padlet.com/elishamassingham1/v56kroi2xuav/wish/292712670 Wash your hands before handling your snake. Wash your hands again afterward, too. Pick it up gently, supporting it loosely but securely with your hands and arms. It's never a good idea to bring a snake near your head or neck—snakes can find that gesture aggressive.]]> 2018-10-15 09:16:41 UTC https://padlet.com/elishamassingham1/v56kroi2xuav/wish/292712670 elishamassingham1 https://padlet.com/elishamassingham1/v56kroi2xuav/wish/292713492 Animals, including horses have been found to have colour perception. This should be considered when students are handling horses or riding them as horses will often spook or baulk at brightly coloured objects or sudden changes in colour]]> 2018-10-15 09:19:57 UTC https://padlet.com/elishamassingham1/v56kroi2xuav/wish/292713492 mellor1313 https://padlet.com/elishamassingham1/v56kroi2xuav/wish/292714510 2018-10-15 09:23:01 UTC https://padlet.com/elishamassingham1/v56kroi2xuav/wish/292714510 mellor1313 https://padlet.com/elishamassingham1/v56kroi2xuav/wish/292714530 2018-10-15 09:23:06 UTC https://padlet.com/elishamassingham1/v56kroi2xuav/wish/292714530