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New Sheep Handler

5/8/2011

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Yesterday we setup the  new sheep handler. It went surprising well for a first try. The machine  catches the sheep,  holding them still for the required procedure. We will use it mainly for drenching and injecting, which are the most common animal health activities.We think we would be able to trim the odd foot in it if needed, just by pulling the foot forward or back.
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Martin engaging with new "language in yards "improving device.
 
The way the sheep flowed was quite good but we could have improved things by running the mob through with the handler open so they could learn the new arrangement. We find that the Dorpers run better once they learn the layout of the yards. We also had a little bit of trouble with the electronic eye which needs adjustment to more consistently activate the catcher. It is possible for wilder sheep to go over the top and an anti leap bar would be helpful. All in all, even with the initial teething problems,  we are very excited with the reduction in physical effort and stress (both operator and sheep), also the job took much less time than previously. Good for us, good for sheep! Just need a shed over the top next.
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Susie Bell
18/8/2013 02:56:14 pm

What was the brand of the sheep handler please

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EILEEN M MORIARTY
19/8/2013 03:03:50 pm

It is made by Peak Hill Industries, they have a web page. I think it is called an I mobilizer.

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