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Hoof Crush Accessories: Practical Helpers for the Barn

Have everything ready in the crush. Find wooden blocks, hoof testers, duct tape, and sharpening steels for your daily hoof care routines.

Hoof Crush Accessories: Everything at Hand

Professional hoof care requires more than just the main trimming tools. Around the hoof crush, pincers, wooden blocks, and sharpening steels must be immediately available so that the cattle are not restrained longer than necessary. Good preparation and the right small tools make every step of your work easier.

Essential Helpers for the Workflow

Various special tools and consumables ensure a smooth process in the crush:

  • Pincers and Hammers: With hoof testing forceps, you precisely locate painful areas. Hoof pincers, crocodile tongs, and sturdy hammers help with rough shaping or removing stubborn dirt and horn pieces.
  • Blocks and Pads: Wooden blocks are glued under the healthy claw half for relief. Soft hoof pads absorb impacts and protect sensitive areas from pressure.
  • Tool Care and Fixation: A diamond sharpening steel keeps your knives sharp right at the crush. Strong duct tape fixes bandages or pads quickly and securely.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do I use hoof testing forceps for?
You use these forceps to apply pinpoint pressure to the hoof without injuring the horn. If the cow flinches at a slight squeeze, you have found the exact location of the inflammation or ulcer.

How often should I use my sharpening steel?
It is best to briefly run the blade over the sharpening steel after every animal. This prevents the knife from becoming completely dull and ensures you have a sharp tool ready for the next cow.

Reliable Small Tools for the Hoof Crush

When the cow is secured in the crush, every move must be right. In our range, you will find useful accessories that significantly speed up the process. With hoof testing forceps, you can reliably detect pain points on the claw. To relieve the sick side, we offer proven wooden blocks and shock-absorbing hoof pads, which you can fix securely with strong duct tape. When it comes to shortening and working on old horn, sturdy crocodile tongs, side cutters, and practical hoof buffers support you. To ensure your knives remain sharp over the long term, a high-quality diamond sharpening steel completes your equipment for the trimming crush.