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Similar head support techniques as outlined above for administering oral medications can be used for administering eye medication. The head is cradled as previously described and gently rotated (forehead toward, jaw away) into the chest of the holder. This positioning causes the eye to roll downward because of the internal balancing mechanism, which makes the animal want to keep the eye horizontal. The eye will rotate downward below the lower eyelid exposing the sclera. The medication can be applied onto the sclera. Since the pupil is below the lower lid, the animal does not see the medication coming and does not get frightened. The upper eyelid can be rolled up to make more room for the medication.

Figure 2.43 Using the halter to balance a llama's head to administer oral medication.