Horn Trimming at Care for Wild Rhino Sanctuary

Please take time to read this information carefully before commenting The security and protection of the rhinos here at Care for Wild Rhino Sanctuary remains one of our most pressing and important topics of discussion.
We would all prefer to live in a world where horn trimming was no longer needed but with rhino numbers declining anti-poaching strategies must include a multi-layered approach if we are to protect this iconic species from extinction. Horn trimming remains one of the most effective anti-poaching methods in our toolbox of resources.
At the Care for Wild Rhino Sanctuary all of our rhinos have their horns trimmed regularly.
Horn trimming forms just part of our security and protection strategy and is highly effective at deterring poaching attempts. FAQs What is horn trimming? Horn trimming is the safe removal of a large part of a rhinos horn by a qualified and registered veterinarian for the purpose of deterring poaching attempts.
The entire horn cannot be removed as the base of the horn covers the nasal cavities and contains a blood supply and nerve endings. Is it a one time procedure? No - Rhino horn is made up of keratin the same substance as your fingernails.
Horn trimming is often compared to trimming your nails.
Rhino horn regrows at a rate of about 4-7cm a year.
A rhino will need to be trimmed every 1.5-2 years. Who performs the horn trimming? Horn trimming is a carefully governed and regulated procedure.
Permits are required to remove and transport the horn.
Horn trimming can only be carried out by a qualified and registered veterinarian. Are there any health risks to the rhino? Horn trimming itself doesnt typically carry any health risks but using tranquilizers darting on any animal comes with its own set of risks.
Thats why horn trimming can only be carried out by experienced veterinarians supported by a professional and highly trained team. Does horn trimming effect a rhinos ability to defend themselves? Rhinos that undergo horn trimming have an increased chance of surviving fierce territorial and mating battles with fellow rhinos.
To maintain fairness in these areas all rhinos should have their horns trimmed.
Some rhinos may encounter difficulties in protecting their young calves from predators like lions and hyenas.
Its important to note that horn trimming or dehorning is not a one-size-fits-all solution to combat poaching.
Instead it should be regarded as one element within the overall security strategy of specific locations. Does Care for Wild keep the horns on site? No - The horns remain the property and responsibility of either South African National Parks SANParks or Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency MTPA.
The horns are removed from Care for Wild premises. Is dehorning your only method of security? No - We have a complex and multi-layered anti-poaching strategy comprising of 247 Rhino Monitors K9 Unit Mounted Unit drones cameras electric fences and a comprehensive intelligence network.
We also build partnerships with local communities offer education initiatives for young children and create training and employment opportunities.
Horn trimming is one of many layers in our security strategy.
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