{"product_id":"agri-health-sheep-cotton-halter-for-sheep-lambs","title":"Agri Health Sheep Cotton Halter for Sheep \u0026 Lambs","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAgri Health Sheep Cotton Halter - Soft, Adjustable Rope Halter for Sheep \u0026amp; Lambs\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Agri Health Sheep Cotton Halter is a soft cotton rope halter used to catch, hold, lead and tie sheep and lambs. It is made from 8 mm cotton rope, expands up to 1.8 m and adjusts easily to fit behind the ears and around the muzzle.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt is best for shepherds, smallholders and show handlers who need a gentle, quick-to-fit halter for penning, foot trimming, vet checks, loading and in-hand work. Because it adjusts rather than coming in fixed sizes, the same halter can be set for lambs or grown ewes and rams. You can find more handling kit in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/agrihealth\"\u003eAgrihealth collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncredibly soft cotton rope\u003c\/strong\u003e that is kind against the muzzle and poll\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 mm rope thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e for a comfortable, secure grip when handling\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpandable up to 1.8 m\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving working length for leading and tying\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasily adjustable fit\u003c\/strong\u003e behind the ears and around the muzzle\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour jobs, one halter:\u003c\/strong\u003e catching, holding, leading and tying\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuits sheep and lambs\u003c\/strong\u003e of varying head sizes\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\u003eCotton rope halter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft cotton rope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRope Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExpandable up to 1.8 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustable - sits behind the ears and around the muzzle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheep and lambs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIntended Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCatching, holding, leading, tying\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited Kingdom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpen the halter out and identify the loop that forms the noseband and the section that passes behind the ears.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApproach the animal calmly in a confined space or race, and steady it by the neck or under the jaw.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSlip the noseband over the muzzle, then pass the headpiece up and behind the ears.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDraw the adjustment through until the noseband sits on the solid part of the muzzle, clear of the nostrils, and the headpiece is snug but not tight.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead from beside the shoulder using the free end of the rope, keeping the animal's head up and forward.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIf tying, use a quick-release knot at withers height or above, and never leave a haltered animal unattended.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRemove the halter after use, shake off dirt and hang it up to dry.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size sheep does this halter fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is an adjustable halter rather than a fixed size, so it can be set to fit lambs through to mature ewes and rams. Check the adjustment each time, and re-check on lambs as they grow.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long is the rope?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe halter is expandable up to 1.8 m, which gives enough length to lead comfortably and to tie to a rail or gate.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the halter made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoft cotton rope with a thickness of 8 mm. The softness is what makes it comfortable against the muzzle of sheep and lambs.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it to tie a sheep up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, it is designed to catch, hold, lead and tie. Always use a quick-release knot and never leave a haltered animal tied and unattended.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I stop the noseband slipping down the muzzle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdjust it so the noseband sits on the firm, bony part of the muzzle well clear of the nostrils, and take up the slack before you start leading.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I clean it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShake off loose dirt, hand wash in cool water if needed and dry naturally away from direct heat. Check the rope for fraying and retire it if it is damaged.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Agri Health\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eAgri Health supplies practical livestock handling and husbandry equipment for UK farms, smallholdings and show teams. 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