Calving Aids: Reliable help when a calving gets difficult
When a calving gets difficult, everything has to be ready. Here you will find calving aids, ropes, leg straps and lifting harnesses.
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Calving Aids: Prepared for the calving
Most calvings run on their own. When one does get difficult, every minute counts, and then only equipment that is clean, complete and within reach will help. In this section you will find calving aids, calving ropes, leg straps and lifting harnesses for the time around calving.
Using traction correctly
A mechanical calving aid with a plastic head transfers the pull evenly and lets you work under control. The direction of pull follows the natural birth canal, and you only pull in rhythm with the contractions. Braided calving ropes with two loops sit softly around the pasterns and are easy to clean, while leg straps with adjustable length spread the pressure over a larger area. If the calf does not move or is lying wrong, that is the moment to call your vet. Too much force harms both cow and calf.
After calving and around the calving pen
Some cows do not get back on their feet straight after calving. A lifting harness spreads the weight widely and supports the cow as she rises, always only briefly and under supervision. Belly belts help to steady an animal while it stands. Heat detectors also belong in this section, because they help you keep the cycle in view and hit insemination dates more accurately. Clean and disinfect ropes, straps and equipment after every use and store everything dry, so that next time it really is all ready. Write down briefly how each difficult calving went, which helps at the next one. Keep a bucket, soap and disposable gloves in the same place, so hygiene is quick to sort out.
Frequently asked questions
When may I use traction?
Only when the calf is lying correctly and the calving has stalled. Pull in rhythm with the contractions and with judgement.
When do I call the vet?
If the calf is lying wrong, the calving makes no progress or the cow looks exhausted. Better too early than too late.
How do I look after ropes and straps?
Clean and disinfect them after every use and store them dry. That keeps them hygienic and ready to go.
Equipment for the calving pen
A difficult calving rarely gives much warning, so a well stocked calving box is worth the effort. Mechanical calving aids with a plastic head transfer the pull evenly and let you work under control, always in rhythm with the contractions and along the natural birth canal. Braided calving ropes with two loops sit softly around the pasterns, while adjustable leg straps spread the pressure over a wider area. If the cow does not get up on her own after calving, a lifting harness supports her, and a belly belt helps to steady her. Heat detectors keep the cycle in view and make planning easier. Clean everything after use and store it dry, then it is all ready next time. Note briefly how each difficult calving went. A headtorch keeps both hands free during a night calving.