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Cattle Crush
Used to securely hold cattle in place while they are being inspected, treated, or marked.
Dehorner
A tool used to remove or prevent the growth of horns in cattle and goats, which can help to prevent injuries to other animals and handlers.
Stock Whip
A tool used to produce a loud sound to direct or move livestock, most commonly used with cattle and sheep.
Ear Tag Applicator
Utilized for attaching identification tags to the ears of livestock for easy identification and management.
Hobbles
Devices that are placed on the legs of animals, like horses and cattle, to limit their ability to kick or to prevent them from running off.
Livestock Prod
An electric or nonelectric device that encourages movement of livestock in a desired direction through a gentle stimulus.
Halter
Used for leading and tying animals, particularly horses, to control movement during handling.
Headgate
A device fitted onto a cattle crush that locks around the neck of the animal to restrain the head for various management tasks.
Shearing Clippers
Electric or manual tools used to remove wool from sheep, which is essential for the animal's health and hygiene.
Fencing Pliers
Multi-functional tool used for constructing and repairing wire fences to contain and protect livestock.
Livestock Scale
Used to weigh animals to monitor health, for marketing, and to calculate feed rations.
Creep Feeder
A feeding device that allows young livestock controlled access to additional feed without competition from adults.
Automatic Milking System (AMS)
A high-tech machine that automatically milks dairy animals, improving efficiency and allowing the detailed monitoring of milk production.
Feed Bunk
A long, trough-like structure used for providing feed to livestock, which facilitates controlled and efficient feeding.
Calving Pen
A specialized enclosure designed to assist with and provide a safe environment for the birthing process of livestock.
Water Trough
A container that provides clean drinking water to livestock, essential for maintaining the hydration and overall health of animals.
Palpation Cage
A section of a cattle crush with an opening that allows a veterinarian or operator to safely perform reproductive examinations or pregnancy checks.
Hoof Trimmers
Specialized tools used to trim the hooves of livestock, ensuring proper foot health and preventing lameness.
Feeder Wagon
A mobile feeding unit that mixes and dispenses feed evenly to livestock, improving feed efficiency and nutrition consistency.
Rotary Milking Parlor
A carousel-like platform where cows stand to be milked, which increases the efficiency of the milking process for large herds.
Branding Iron
A tool used to create permanent marks on the skin of livestock for identification and proof of ownership.
Electro-Ejaculator
A device used in the collection of semen from male livestock for artificial insemination or fertility testing.
Footbath
A shallow container filled with a disinfectant solution, designed for livestock to walk through to control hoof diseases.
Artificial Insemination (AI) Gun
Used to deposit semen into the reproductive tract of a female animal to achieve pregnancy without the need for a live male.
Cattle Prod
A tool used to safely direct or encourage cattle to move, often with a mild electric shock.
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