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Handling the Buffalo |
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Safety for the animal and handlers is our primary concern when we "work" the buffalo. The corral is 7.5 ft. tall built of guardrail and utility poles with a catwalk for humans. Handling bison in order to ear tag, administer worm treatment, treat injuries or perform routine veterinary checks can be stressful for animals and handlers.
Each animal is worked 2-4 times per year in groups of 15-35 per session. During each session there are usually 1-4 buffalo who are not in the mood to be cooperative!