How are horses sedated?

Answer by  MrsShannonHarrell (768)

There are a variety of sedatives available for use in horses. They are most effective when administered by a veterinarian via intravenous injection, generally in he large vein running along the neck. They can also be given in an intra- muscular shot, though this does take longer to work. IM shots are given in the neck or rump.

Answer by  ofnik (409)

Sedation is calming of the animal.There are mainly two ways to sedate horses inhalation (breathing system)or via injection (mainly done through veins).

Answer by  arrown8606t (24)

As with humans, there are a number of medications that can be used to sedate a horse. One of the most common equine sedation drugs, ACE, can be given by IV (intravenous) or IM (intramuscular), usually in the neck. Correct dosage is especially important because a horse should remain standing(sometimes with a little help) while sedated.

Answer by  H797H (157)

For such a large animal, a non-harmful tranquillizer sedates or makes the horse go to sleep. This is usually given as an injection in various areas of the body.

Answer by  Daisy (161)

If a horse is being sedated for something like having his teeth fixed they receive an injection in the neck area. For a major surgery they have I. V. s.

Answer by  sangee (135)

If a horse is being sedated for something like having his teeth fixed they receive an injection in the neck area.

Answer by  Darlene (194)

They are put in a sling and then given a shot to help them relax and put them asleep and then using a hoist they are put up on a large table so when they have surgery the vets will have plenty of room to work around them so this is safe for the horse.