Hi
Have you tried 'tap training' ??
If so disregard this but if not then I'd do some research on it .
Also I remove most of mine with the aid of a hook just out of habit and because I've got good at doing it . It keeps their head ( teeth lol) away from me and I support the main weight with my other hand - once they're out they don't 'usually' strike tbh unless they're in shed or they're just like that anyways ..
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