{"product_id":"agri-health-ear-notcher-hole-punch-for-sheep","title":"Agri Health Ear Notcher Hole Punch for Sheep","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAgri Health Ear Notcher Hole Punch for Sheep\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Agri Health Ear Notcher Hole Punch is a hand-operated plier-style tool used to punch circular holes in sheep ears as a means of identification. It is best for shepherds, smallholders, hobby farmers and livestock keepers who need a simple, permanent marking method as part of routine flock management.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCompact enough to keep in a handling kit or race-side tool box, it works alongside tags and other marking systems so you can identify individual animals quickly in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePunches clean circular holes in sheep ears for identification\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHand-operated plier action for controlled, accurate placement\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStraightforward design with no setting up required\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompact size for handling kits, tool bags and tack room storage\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuits sheep flocks on farms, smallholdings and mixed livestock yards\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\u003eEar notcher hole punch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOperation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-operated, plier style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIntended Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePunching circular holes in sheep ears for identification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheep and general livestock identification\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\u003eClean the punch before use and check the jaws move freely.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRestrain the animal calmly and securely in a race, crate or handling pen.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoose the marking position on the ear, avoiding major blood vessels and the ear cartilage ridges.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePosition the punch squarely on the ear and squeeze the handles firmly in one controlled movement.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRelease, check the hole is clean and monitor the animal afterwards in line with your usual health routine.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClean and dry the tool between animals and before storage.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse more yard and livestock 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 is the Agri Health Ear Notcher Hole Punch used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is used for punching circular holes in sheep ears as a means of identification, as part of routine flock management.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for animals other than sheep?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe product is described for use on sheep ears. If you keep other livestock, check that the tool suits the ear thickness of your animals before use.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is the tool operated?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a hand-operated, plier-style punch. You position the jaws on the ear and squeeze the handles in one controlled movement.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I look after it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClean the tool before and after use, dry the jaws thoroughly and store it somewhere dry. A little oil on the pivot keeps the action smooth.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this replace official livestock identification?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Always follow the current national livestock identification rules that apply to your flock and use this tool alongside, not instead of, required identification.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is it made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe country of origin is Pakistan.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Agri Health\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eAgri Health supply practical tools and equipment for farms, smallholdings and equestrian yards. 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