Sedation-Free Animal Handling: Our Approach & Why It Matters

May 21, 2025

At The Farrier Group, we believe animal care should be as natural, safe, and low-stress as possible. That’s why we specialize in sedation-free hoof and tusk trimming.

What Does Sedation-Free Mean?

Unlike some providers who rely on tranquilizers to keep animals still, we use trained handling techniques, animal psychology, and the right tools to perform our work calmly and efficiently—without the need for drugs.

Why It’s Better:

  • No drug side effects or vet bills for prescriptions.
  • Lower stress for both the animal and the owner.
  • Faster recovery—no groggy pig post-trim.

Our Process

We take time to gain the trust of your animals. Many pigs respond well to gentle voice commands, calm movements, and a stress-free environment.

We also guide owners on how to prepare the animal for the visit—what to feed beforehand, how to safely restrain, and what to expect.

Experience You Can Trust

Our founder Ben Pollak has over 25 years of experience with animal care. We handle each animal with patience, skill, and respect.

Ready to schedule a stress-free trim? Contact us today.