{"product_id":"agri-health-serrated-footrot-shear-for-sheep","title":"Agri Health Serrated Footrot Shear for Sheep","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAgri Health Serrated Footrot Shear - Traditional Wilkinson Pattern Foot Trimmer\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Agri Health Serrated Footrot Shear is a quality, economically priced Wilkinson pattern foot trimming shear fitted with a metal keeper. It is designed for shepherds, smallholders and mixed farms who trim sheep and goat feet themselves and want a straightforward, hard-wearing hand tool for routine paring and footrot work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe serrated blade edge grips hoof horn as it cuts, which helps reduce slipping on hard or misshapen feet, while the metal keeper holds the shear closed safely between animals and in storage. Best for regular flock foot care where a simple, reliable pair of shears is more practical than powered equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWilkinson pattern design\u003c\/strong\u003e - the traditional foot shear shape recognised by stockpeople\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerrated blade edge\u003c\/strong\u003e for better purchase on hoof horn during trimming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal keeper\u003c\/strong\u003e keeps the blades closed when the shear is not in use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-handled action\u003c\/strong\u003e for controlled cuts at close quarters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEconomical everyday tool\u003c\/strong\u003e for flocks, smallholdings and hobby farms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuits sheep and goats\u003c\/strong\u003e for routine trimming and footrot paring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAgri Health\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSerrated footrot shear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePattern\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWilkinson pattern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Edge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSerrated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSafety Closure\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMetal keeper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIntended Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheep and goat foot trimming, footrot paring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePakistan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestrain the animal safely, either turned onto its rump or held in a turnover crate or race.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean mud and dung from the foot so you can see the horn and the extent of any overgrowth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelease the metal keeper and take a firm grip on both handles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePare away loose and overgrown horn in small cuts, working from the toe back towards the heel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStop trimming before you reach pink, live tissue - light, frequent trimming is safer than heavy cutting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean and dry the blades, disinfect between animals if infection is present, then close the keeper and store the shear safely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\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\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Wilkinson pattern footrot shear?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a traditional two-handled foot trimming shear shape long used for sheep and goat foot care. The pattern gives a controlled, scissor-style cutting action suited to paring hoof horn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the serrated blade do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe serrations help the blade grip horn instead of sliding off it, which makes cutting hard or awkwardly shaped feet more controlled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan these shears be used on goats as well as sheep?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. They are suitable for routine foot trimming on sheep and goats and other small livestock with similar hoof horn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the metal keeper for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe keeper holds the blades closed when the shear is not in use, making it safer to carry in a pocket or bag and tidier to store.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I look after the shears?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClean off soil and hoof debris after every session, dry the blades fully and wipe them with a light oil to prevent rust. 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