08/03/2026
The single mark on my wrist doesn't look like much, and that's because my ArmOR Hand Glove prevented any significant damage. Had I not worn these very well-made bite gloves (designed by veterinarian Laura Catena DVM) you would instead be looking at three distinct sets of deep puncture wounds in my forearm (and I would be looking at a very hefty hospital bill). The worst case scenario, the Roadies & Rescues transport would have been canceled, putting 19 dogs and 1 cat at risk of being returned to the overcrowded shelters they were escaping just before euthanasia due to overcrowding.
Yes, I know these gloves are not cheap, but if you regularly transport rescue animals, either as a volunteer or a commercial transporter, they are an easily justifiable investment. Please don't take unnecessary chances, there's little room for error, and the animals are depending on us. ππ€π¦Ύπ‘οΈ
The back story: a very pregnant momma dog, was absolutely NOT going to let anyone handle her on our 7-24 Sacramento to Portland transport. She got snappy, I put on the gloves, and after a few painful bites, I decided she was going to remain in the original crate the relay driver brought her in. π
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