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Discussion in 'Random Ramblings' started by Arklady, Jul 28, 2008.

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  1. Jul 28, 2008 #1
    Arklady

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    As many that know me know I have been planning to move this coming fall. There is one question I need an answer for and I don't want people to tell me not to do it but to tell me how to do it safely because this is not debatable.

    I have to move a 4yo mustang. He is wild. I don't have any choice but to tranquilize him. I know I can get a tranquilizer gun from the vet but has anyone ever done this and what was your experience like and what was the cost.

    Thanks

    Arklady
     
  3. Jul 28, 2008 #2
    Farmer Kitty

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    There was just a sale around here on the wild mustangs and they advised a large trailer to haul them in-they didn't tranqualize them. They also said you had to have a strong and sturdy 6 ft fence. I'm not sure how much yours has been worked with but, I thought maybe what was advertised for the sale might help.

    Good Luck!
     
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  5. Jul 28, 2008 #3
    KLH2010

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    Do you have a plan for getting him in the trailer once he's down?
     
  7. Jul 28, 2008 #4
    Arklady

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    I don't necessarily want him down he isn't dangerous just wile as all get out. I want him at a manageable but not an unconscious state. To me that would be horrible. I plan on renting a trailer to move him because ours is broken. But he has no halter on and I require one be put on him so having him happy and lethargic would be good till he is moved.

    Geesh I would hate having him lying down on a trip like that.

    Arklady
     
  9. Jul 28, 2008 #5
    Zookeeper9000

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    You might want to ask at a feed mill for someone with experiance with this, they may be able to direct you to someone local who could help.
     
  11. Jul 28, 2008 #6
    buck-wild-chick

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    good luck with him, I hope no one gets hurt. I know how dangerous they can get when trailer'd
     
  13. Jul 28, 2008 #7
    Opa

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    I don't think I would want to haul a tranquilized animal. They need to be alert to help with balance in the trailer.
     
  15. Jul 28, 2008 #8
    ginasmarans

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    I'd discuss it with a large animal doctor. They should be able to help you. To where are you moving?
     
  17. Jul 29, 2008 #9
    Arklady

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    Its not like I am having him heavily sedated only mildly calmed down so I can get that dang halter on him for better control.

    Hopefully by years end.

    Arklady
     
  19. Jul 29, 2008 #10
    hooligan

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    Give Marvin Grimm a call, he might be able to help you out with your horse or know of someone who can.
     
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