{"product_id":"agri-health-bullholder-tongs-with-rope-for-cattle","title":"Agri Health Bullholder Tongs with Rope for Cattle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAgri Health Bullholder Tongs With Rope\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Agri Health Bullholder Tongs are a stainless steel cattle handling tool supplied with 1.5m of good quality poly-rope. They are used by stockpeople, breeders and smallholders to hold and steady cattle by the nasal septum during routine husbandry tasks such as inspection, weighing, dosing, foot attention and veterinary visits.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBest for farms and yards that need a simple, durable handling tool to use alongside a crush, race or secure gate. The attached rope means the animal can be led or tied off at a safe working distance rather than held by hand at close quarters.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel tongs\u003c\/strong\u003e for strength and easy washing down between animals\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.5m poly-rope included\u003c\/strong\u003e — good quality, ready to use straight away\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth rounded tips\u003c\/strong\u003e shaped to locate in the nasal septum\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePivoting tong action\u003c\/strong\u003e for quick application and release\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuits beef, dairy and smallholding use\u003c\/strong\u003e for inspection, weighing and veterinary attendance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStraightforward maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e — rinse, dry and store\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAgri Health\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBullholder tongs with rope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRope\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePoly-rope, 1.5m length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIntended use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCattle and bull handling, livestock husbandry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePakistan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eRestrain the animal securely in a crush, race or behind a suitable gate before you begin.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCheck the tongs, hinge and rope for wear, corrosion or fraying.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApproach calmly and open the tongs, placing the rounded tips either side of the nasal septum.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClose the tongs so they sit firmly but without excessive pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTake up the 1.5m poly-rope and hold or tie off at a safe working distance while the task is carried out.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRelease the tongs smoothly, then rinse, dry and store the tool and rope in a clean, dry place.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse more yard and livestock handling equipment in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stable-yard-equipment\"\u003estable and yard equipment collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are bullholder tongs used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey are used to hold and steady cattle by the nasal septum so routine husbandry tasks such as inspection, weighing, dosing, foot attention and veterinary treatment can be carried out safely.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat material are these tongs made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey are made from stainless steel, which gives strength in use and allows the tool to be rinsed and dried easily between animals.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long is the rope supplied?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe tongs come with 1.5m of good quality poly-rope, long enough to lead or tie off without leaving excess slack underfoot.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use these on my own without handling facilities?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The animal should always be restrained in a crush, race or behind a secure gate first, and the tongs used by an experienced handler.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for the tongs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRinse after each use, dry thoroughly and store with the rope in a clean, dry place. Inspect the hinge, tips and rope before every use and withdraw from service if worn or damaged.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these suitable for bulls as well as cows?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, they are designed as a bullholder for cattle handling generally, though extra caution and appropriate facilities are essential when handling bulls.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Agri Health\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eAgri Health supplies practical animal husbandry and livestock handling equipment for farmers, stockpeople and smallholders. 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