{"id":9613,"date":"2021-07-19T07:37:39","date_gmt":"2021-07-19T07:37:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/farmandanimals.com\/?p=9613"},"modified":"2021-07-22T06:56:13","modified_gmt":"2021-07-22T06:56:13","slug":"how-to-catch-a-goose-by-hand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/farmandanimals.com\/how-to-catch-a-goose-by-hand\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Catch A Goose By Hand?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you keep geese<\/a> then inevitably at some point you\u2019re going to need to catch them. As large birds they can be a little intimidating and care must be taken not to injure them or you. In this article, we will be looking at how to catch a goose by hand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Catch an Injured Goose<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Tame geese require regular checkups, and part of that means handling them. There may also be times when you could find a wild goose that needs your help due to injury. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although they are large birds, geese are also quite delicate, sensitive creatures. If they feel threatened they may attack you, particularly if they believe you are going to hurt their goslings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before you jump in and try to catch a goose, first ask yourself if it is really necessary to do so. Sometimes they can be easily herded to where you want them to go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chasing a goose is a really bad idea, it just stresses them out and stops them from trusting you. Like most animals (and children) they respond well to treats<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you believe capturing an untamed goose is really necessary, there are a number of ways you can proceed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Gaining Trust Method<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is by far the best way to catch an untamed goose or even a tame one. You can use brown bread, grain, or goose pellets to encourage the bird to you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Continue to feed it until it begins to relax a little and you can get really close. Providing the bird is calm and busy eating, slowly crouch down keeping your hands up to protect your face. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you judge that the bird\u2019s attention is fully on the food you can pounce and pin it down, being careful not to hurt it. Ensure the wings are safely tucked against its sides before picking it up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Cover Method<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Strangely, if a goose can\u2019t see your face they are less likely to attack you. By using a bedsheet, blanket, or large towel you can approach the goose holding the cloth up in front of you. Rather like a bullfighter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once near enough, simply drop the cover over the goose. Aim for its head! As soon as they can\u2019t see they become far more docile and easy to manage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gather up the material around the goose and you will be able to pick it up easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Lure Method<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You can use food to lure the goose into a trap such as a box or a dog cage before shutting it inside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before a goose attacks you, it will give off some pretty obvious signals, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n