University of Reading | Archive and Museum Database

Object number
55/507
Description
Nothing is known about this gag, used by a farrier to keep the horse’s mouth open whilst administering a ‘ball’ or drench.
Physical description
farrier's gag: metal
Archival history
The donor lived at 'The Forge' in Shutford, Oxfordshire, and he may well have been a farrier and used the gag.
Object name
Gag, horse
Material
Metal
Associated subject
LIVESTOCK MANAGEMENT : healthcare and wellbeing
Farriery
Horse