FIL Detail Tail Paint for Dairy Cow Heat Detection
Description
FIL Detail Tail Paint - Water-Based Heat Detection Paint
FIL Detail Tail Paint is a water-based, fluorescent tail paint used for heat detection in dairy cows. It is designed for dairy farmers and herd managers who paint the tail head so that rubbed paint clearly shows which cows have been mounted during the mating period.
Because the formula is water based rather than solvent based, it is a more environmentally friendly choice, low irritant and gentler on the cow, and far easier to apply and clean up than traditional paints. Coverage lasts up to 21 days, subject to conditions and correct application. Browse more yard and livestock care products in our stable and yard collection.
Key Features
- Water-based formula - a more environmentally friendly alternative to solvent-based tail paints
- Low irritant, so it is gentler on the cow's skin and tail head
- Fluorescent colours give clear identification of rubbed paint
- Multiple colours support a systematic painting plan through mating
- Lasts up to 21 days, subject to conditions and correct application
- Easier application and easier clean up from hands, clothing and equipment
- From FIL, a New Zealand dairy hygiene and animal health brand
Specifications
| Brand | FIL |
|---|---|
| Product | Detail Tail Paint |
| Formula | Water based |
| Use | Heat detection in dairy cows |
| Colour finish | Fluorescent |
| Durability | Up to 21 days, subject to conditions and correct application |
| Skin profile | Low irritant |
| Country of origin | New Zealand |
How to Use
- Stir or shake the container before use.
- Make sure the tail hair is clean and dry - brush off mud and loose dirt.
- Apply a generous strip of paint along the tail head, roughly a hand's width in length.
- Work the paint down into the hair rather than only across the surface, for longer wear.
- Allow the paint to dry before the cow is exposed to rain or washing where possible.
- Check the herd daily, note cows with rubbed paint and top up or recolour as part of your painting plan.
- Close the container after use and store in a cool, frost-free place.
FAQ
What is FIL Detail Tail Paint used for?
It is used for heat detection in dairy cows. Paint is applied to the tail head and rubs off when a cow is mounted, giving a clear visual indication that she is in heat.
How long does the tail paint last?
It lasts up to 21 days, subject to conditions and correct application. Wet weather, rubbing on rails and thin application will shorten wear.
Is it gentler on cows than solvent-based paint?
Yes. Detail is water based and low irritant, which makes it gentler on the cow's skin, and it is also a more environmentally friendly option than solvent-based tail paints.
Why are the colours fluorescent?
Fluorescent colours make rubbed paint easy to identify at a glance and allow you to run a systematic painting plan, using different colours at different stages of mating.
Does it wash off equipment and clothing easily?
Being water based, Detail is easier to apply and easier to clean up than solvent-based alternatives. Deal with splashes promptly for the best result.
Can I use more than one colour across the herd?
Yes. Many farms paint the whole herd in one colour and recolour cows as they are served, which helps identify repeats and non-cyclers.
About FIL
FIL is a New Zealand animal health and dairy hygiene brand, known for teat care, detection and farm hygiene products used on dairy farms around the world. Detail Tail Paint continues that focus on practical, everyday products for the milking shed and yard.