Cattle crush, also known as a squeeze chute, is a device used to restrain livestock for various purposes, such as veterinary treatment or transportation. There are several synonyms for cattle crush depending on the region or context. In North America, it is often called a squeeze chute or simply a chute. In Australia, it can be referred to as a cattle crush or a head bail. The term head gate is also used to describe a similar device. In some parts of Europe and the United Kingdom, it is known as a cattle crush or an animal crush. Regardless of the name, all these terms refer to the same equipment used to safely and efficiently handle livestock.