Agri Health Sorting Paddle for Livestock Handling
Description
Agri Health Sorting Paddle — Sound and Sight Stock Handling
The Agri Health Sorting Paddle is a lightweight livestock handling paddle with noise-generating plastic beads inside a brightly coloured 31cm x 16cm head. It is designed for farmers, stockpersons, smallholders and yard staff who need to move, sort and direct animals calmly in pens, races, yards and loading areas.
The rattling beads give an audible cue that animals respond to, while the large coloured head acts as a visual barrier and an extension of the handler's arm. It is suitable for handling all types of livestock, including cattle, pigs, sheep, goats and horses.
Key Features
- Noise-generating beads in the head encourage animals to move in your desired direction
- Brightly coloured paddle head works as a clear visual guide for livestock
- Large head size of 31cm long by 16cm wide for good coverage and visibility
- Lightweight for comfortable use through longer sorting and loading sessions
- Durable construction for repeated use in a working farm environment
- Versatile — suitable for handling all types of livestock
Specifications
| Brand | Agri Health |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Livestock sorting paddle |
| Head Length | 31cm |
| Head Width | 16cm |
| Head Feature | Internal noise-generating plastic beads |
| Weight Class | Lightweight |
| Suitable For | Cattle, pigs, sheep, goats, horses and other livestock |
| Country of Origin | US |
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How to Use
- Hold the paddle by the handle and position yourself to the side and slightly behind the animal you want to move.
- Hold the coloured head up where the animal can see it, using it as an extension of your arm to define the direction of travel.
- Shake the paddle so the internal beads rattle when you need the animal to move forward or change direction.
- Lower the paddle and stop the noise as soon as the animal responds, so it learns to associate the cue with the movement.
- Use the flat of the head to block gateways and gaps rather than striking the animal.
- Rinse off mud and slurry after use, dry the paddle and store it out of direct sunlight.
FAQ
What animals is the Agri Health Sorting Paddle suitable for?
It is suitable for handling all types of livestock, including cattle, pigs, sheep, goats and horses, in pens, races, yards and loading areas.
How does the sorting paddle work?
Plastic beads inside the paddle head rattle when the paddle is shaken. Animals respond to that noise and move away from it, while the brightly coloured head gives them a visual guide to follow.
How big is the paddle head?
The head measures 31cm long and 16cm wide, which gives a large, easily visible surface when directing stock.
Is the paddle meant to be used to strike animals?
No. It is a sorting and directing aid. Use the sound of the beads and the visual block of the coloured head to guide animals, rather than hitting them.
Is it heavy to use all day?
The paddle is lightweight, so it stays comfortable to hold during longer sorting, weighing and loading sessions.
How should I look after it?
Rinse off mud and slurry after use, allow it to dry before storing, and check the head and handle for cracks or damage before each use.
About Agri Health
Agri Health supplies practical handling and husbandry equipment for farms, smallholdings and equestrian yards, concentrating on straightforward, hard-wearing tools that make routine stock work safer and easier.