Sheep Equipment & Husbandry

Equinade Pure Stockholm Tar contains 100% Swedish Pine Tar which is renowned for it's natural mild antiseptic quality. Stockholm held a monopoly for selling pine tar and so the premium form of the product became known as "Stockholm Tar". Substitute materials are marketed as Stockholm tar, but should not be used as a veterinary product. Whilst black in colour, the substitute is a residue of charcoal production (poly phenolic liquor) which contains hazardous chemicals and up to 22% water. Coal tar is also used as a substitute which contains the toxic and hazardous benzopyrene (C2OH12).

Equinade Pure Stockholm Tar is a high quality pine tar produced using closed kilns to extract the valuable sap, without toxic bi-products being produced e.g. creosote.

Benefits & Uses:

• Non-toxic and does not contain water, petroleum based chemicals or carcinogenic creosote
• Natural antiseptic action helps to combat bacterial infections of the hoof and skin, including thrush
• Assists in the treatment of split hooves, split heels, cracks and corns. Promotes a flexible and elastic hoof.
• A valuable ingredient to make preparations such as soap, shampoo, animal dips and hoof applications.
• Other applications include sealing and preventing infection of shearing wounds and when dehorning.
• Also a natural way of sealing exposed branches after pruning.

SIZES:   500mL;  1L; 2L; 4L

• Excellent quality Bainbridge Marking Rings.

• Used for the marking of calves and lambs.

• High quality stainless steel luer needles
• Reusable and sterilisable
• Supplied in an individual packet of 12 needles
  

NB: Higher gauge number is thinner needle.

For help in selecting the right size needles for the task you are untertaking we have a Help Centre article here: Livestock Injections and What Size Needles Should I Choose?

Features:
• Variable dose adjustment and accurate dosage. 
• Lightweight, comfortable grip and easy to use. 
• Sterilisable by boiling. 

No spare parts kits available.

SIZES:  1mL;  2mL;  3mL;  5mL

At last, the ultimate eye-loop type hoof knife, professionally made in France of the finest steel. Genia hoof knives are very sharp and treated to reduce or prevent corrosion. The hardwood handle is securely riveted to the blade.

These knives are ideal tools for a wide range of hoof exploration tasks, reducing examination time and frustration to the minimum. The ambidextrous handle design is ideal for drawing work, with your thumb on the end-flat.

SIZES: Small; Large

Good quality, double-layered 16 mm webbing halter with nickel-plated hardware.

Small: 68-86 cm fits sheep.

Large: 88-115 cm (will fit small llama).

Available in Blue or Red.

Butec OTM Pain Relief for Cattle and Sheep is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) for the alleviation of pain associated with routine husbandry procedures in cattle and sheep. Butec gives simple, safe & sustained pain relief in lambs & calves.

Active Ingredient: 10mg/mL Meloxicam

Features & Benefits:

• Cost effective aid in alleviating pain & inflammation associated with routine husbandry procedures.
• Cattle: Disbudding (or dehorning) and castration in calves. It is recommended Butec is used in combination with a cornual nerve block and local anaesthetic at the surgical site to enhance pain relief and minimise tissue damage and distress.
• Sheep: Castration, tail docking and mulesing of lambs.
• Simply apply blue gel between the molar teeth and inside of the cheek.
• Safe delivery with no needles.
• Long lasting pain relief
• Use for up to 6 months after opening
• Developed and made in Australia in association with CSIRO, MLA and AWI

Restraints:
 DO NOT USE in lactating or pregnant cows where milk may be used or processed for human consumption.

Retreatment Interval:
Cattle: DO NOT re-treat animals for 21 days after treatment.
Sheep: This product is indicated for a SINGLE administration at the recommended dose rate.

Contraindications:
Contraindicated for use in animals suffering from haemorrhagic gastrointestinal disorders, impaired hepatic, cardiac or renal function and haemorrhagic disorders, or where there is evidence of individual hypersensitivity to the product.
This product is contraindicated for concurrent administration with glucocorticosteroids, other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or with anti-coagulant agents.

Withholding Periods:
Meat: Cattle: 14 days, Sheep: 10 days.
Milk: Do not use in lactating ewes or pregnant ewes within 10 days of lambing where milk may be used or processed for human consumption.

TRADE ADVICE – Export Slaughter Interval (ESI): Cattle: 21 days, Sheep: 10 days.

Dosage:
See attached Dose Rate.
Applicator Gun sold separately.

Pack Size: 450 mL plus a draw-off tube

NOTE: Butec OTM is not designed to be dosed like a worming drench. although dosing as a drench is not a toxicity concern, the efficacy of the product is likely to be affected reducing the desired pain relieving effect in the treated calf.

• Lighter action reduces fatigue
• Rounded, etched surfaces improves grip
• Clear polycarbonate barrel to monitor dosage
• Metal tip for faster needle changes

The Sheep Restrainer is suitable for lambing, foot trimming, transportation, health checks and many other uses.

There are two sizes available which make the restraining device suitable for lambs, sheep, goats and calves.

Instructions (also included on the packaging):


1. Firmly hold the animal and place the animal on its side. With one hand, hook the restrainer under the front leg and then pull the restrainer over the neck while pushing the animals head towards the brisket.


2. Hold the other leg and place into the other side of the restrainer.


3. Place the cord under the neck of the animal and secure the holders at the end of cord in the slots provided. The cord must be held firm around the neck, but not too tight. The cord can be adjusted using the knots or securing the cord around the end holders.

To use The Farm Manager’s Gestational Calendar, identify the date of conception and the calendar identifies the approximate birthing date and other events.

Printing on the calendar is water resistant and it is durable in harsh conditions.

Type:   Cow;   Sheep;   Alpaca;   Goat;   Sow

Equine Gestation Calendar also available. See separate entry. 

The Burgon & Ball Superior Serrated Hoof Shears feature one serrated blade for unrivalled bite, anchoring the shear firmly while the cutting blade slices cleanly and precisely through the toughest of hooves.
Independent tests prove these unique serrated blade shears provide up to 60% more cutting power than plain blades.

Aluminium alloy handles give robust performance and are lightweight for comfort.

The Burgon & Ball Superior Plain Hoof Shears are identical to the Serrated Shears but with plain, not serrated blades.
The hardened and tempered high carbon steel blades give you maximum edge retention with precision ground edges for supreme sharpness.

The Plain Shears are suitable for resharpening.
Made in England.

Type:  Plain;  Serrated

Aesculap is a German company known around the world for producing the highest quality medical and veterinary instruments. Their hoof knife blades are stainless steel of a grade to achieve and hold a good edge.

The Aesculap Single edge hoof knife is available for left or right hand.

iO Plastic Vaccinators feature adjustable fixed dose settings, impact resistant polyolefin material construction and a high chemical resistance.

The vaccinator has an ergonomic design with a finger grip hanging loop, with a metal needle mount for sturdy needle placement.

SIZES:     1mL;    2mL;   2.5mL;    5mL

VyLyte is a non-antibiotic oral solution for use as an aid to replace lost fluids and electrolytes during periods of stress. Suitable for piglets, pigs, calves, cattle, lambs, sheep, goats, horses, foals, dogs & cats.

Features & Benefits: 

• Prevents and treats mild cases of scouring
• Suitable for a variety of species
• Aids in the prevention of dehydration by replacing electrolytes and lost liquids
• Formulated with a balanced mix of glucose, glycine, citrate, and electrolytes
• Can be used to treat pregnancy toxaemia in ewes
• Helps to improve dogs and cats' health suffering from viral diseases.
• Fights against acidosis

RATE OF USE: 
Vetsense VyLyte is a liquid concentrate requiring dilution with fresh clean water where final volume is 12.5 times quantity of concentrate. To make up 1L of ready to consume liquid, measure 80mL of VyLyte and add water to make 1L. (measure 10mL and add water to 125mL, measure 160mL and add water to make 2L, etc.)

See attached dilution guide.

ALWAYS ENSURE CLEAN DRINKING WATER IS AVAILABLE WHEN USING VETSENSE VYLYTE. DISCARD SOLUTION DAILY AND REPLACE WITH FRESH SOLUTION EVERY 24 HOURS. 
Provide diluted VETSENSE VyLyte at first sign of nutritional scouring to aid and replace lost fluid and electrolytes. 
SEEK VETERINARY ADVICE IF TREATING SICK AND DEBILITATED ANIMALS 

PIGS:
Administer in a clean drinking vessel as soon as signs of scouring appear. 
Suckling Piglets: A litter of week-old piglets will consume roughly 2-3L/day. Check that diluted solution, drinking water or sow's milk is always available. Check quantity of diluted solution every 12 hours and replenish as necessary. Piglets can be dosed directly using an appropriate applicator; 20-30mL diluted VyLyte solution, 3 or 4 times a day. 

Weaned Pigs: Limit feed intake for 1-2 days, continue supply of drinking water with weaners consuming 1-2L/day/animal as a guide. 
Treatment period (all pigs): Diluted VyLyte solution can be given for 4 days. If scouring persists, application is suitable for 8 days in total. 

Bought-in Calves: At the first feed on arrival, feed 2L of diluted VyLyte solution instead of milk. At the next feed, give 1L of diluted VyLyte solution but do not mix with milk or milk replacer. Feed normal diet post application. 

Scouring Calves: 1L to 1.5L of diluted VyLyte solution per 10kg of bodyweight daily into two or more daily doses. Severe dehydration can happen if scouring is well established, increase diluted solution over 3 or 4 separate doses.

Directions: To retain nutrient and energy consumption, continue normal milk feeding during periods of scouring. Fresh water should always be available, with diluted VyLyte solution given between milk feeds. Replace solution every 24 hours. 

Scouring Lambs/Kids:  Give 150mL-200mL of fresh diluted VyLyte solution, 2-4 times daily warming solution to body temperature and given through a feeding bottle with teat. 

Pregnancy Toxaemia in EWES/GOATS:  Give 160mL undiluted VyLyte solution per animal using applicable drench gun. Repeat every 4-6 hours if required or as directed by a veterinary surgeon.

FOALS: 
For scouring or dehydration, give 1-2L of fresh diluted VyLyte 2-3 times a day or as directed by a veterinary surgeon. 

Withholding Periods: Nil (0 days) 

DOGS & CATS DOSAGE GUIDE :

Simcro V-grip vaccinators have a lighter action than finger-grip (FG) versions. This makes them ideal for big vaccinating jobs.

All surfaces are rounded and lightly etched for good grip even in wet conditions.

The 4.7mm tube spigot extends clear of the back handle, protected by the handle overlap.

Barrel of clear polycarbonate.

The tip of this model is all plastic, with the needle secured on the Luer tip by the screw-down cap.

Variable dose.

(Delivery tube and needles are not supplied.)