animalhandlingrules
nounUK /ˈænɪməl ˈhændlɪŋ ruːlz/
US /ˈænɪməl ˈhændlɪŋ rulz/
The rules for taking care of and working with animals safely.
Before we visit the farm, our teacher reads us the animal handling rules.
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2. The official instructions for moving or holding animals without hurting them.
The zoo keeper follows the animal handling rules when she feeds the lions.
3. A set of classroom rules about how to treat pets kindly.
Our class made animal handling rules so everyone knows how to hold the rabbit gently.
4. The safety steps for working with farm animals.
The animal handling rules say you must walk slowly near the horses.