Today I worked with Super Ed - isn't he a cutie?! Occasionally sedation is required and often people opt to get an experienced clipper in to help the process go by swiftly, reducing time taken and leaving the horse with a good finish. Every horse is unique and is treated as such.
Different horses require different levels of sedation and technique can also be a factor. Start too soon and you risk stirring their adrenaline which can override the initial dose. Rush and panic and you risk compromising a clips quality, plus injury. Dither and they can come around and agitation can set in. I enjoy working with vets and today was no exception- being in the local area today it was one of Simon Constables team. A sedation clip is an option that can be considered when all other avenues have been exhausted. I would recommend considering a confidence building/assessment session first; as the techniques i use give us a different angle to work with and are highly successful. The advantage of clipping under vet sedation can be for both horse and handlers alike. It is still highly risky and shouldn't be done lightly, however if done with due care and attention we can remove fur in a stress free situation. If you have any questions about this don't hesitate to get in touch.