Gillspur Cowslips Plus Cattle Hoof Blocks
Description
Gillspur Cowslips Plus Cattle Hoof Blocks
Gillspur Cowslips Plus are hoof blocks for cattle, fitted to the healthy claw so that a sore claw can be taken out of weight bearing while it recovers. They are suitable for use on Friesians, Holsteins and Beef breeds, making them best for dairy farmers, suckler herd keepers, professional foot trimmers and veterinary practices managing lameness cases.
Blocks like these are a routine part of cattle foot care and sit alongside trimming tools and dressings in the farm hoof care kit. Browse more farm and animal health items in our Agrihealth collection.
Key Features
- Hoof block for cattle, used to relieve weight bearing on a sore claw
- Suitable for use on Friesians, Holsteins and Beef breeds
- Practical for both dairy and beef units
- Applied during routine foot trimming in a crush or trimming stall
- Suits farmers, stockpeople, foot trimmers and veterinary professionals
- Supplied by Gillspur, a brand of practical animal health products
Specifications
| Brand | Gillspur |
|---|---|
| Product | Cowslips Plus |
| Type | Cattle hoof block |
| Category | Agrihealth |
| Suitable For | Friesians, Holsteins and Beef breeds |
| Country of Origin | XI (Northern Ireland) |
How to Use
- Restrain the animal safely in a cattle crush or foot trimming stall.
- Lift and inspect the foot, identifying which claw is sore.
- Trim and clean the healthy claw that will carry the block, and make sure it is dry.
- Check the block sits correctly on the claw without overhanging the heel or toe.
- Fit the block following the instructions supplied with the product.
- Release the animal onto clean, non-slip footing and monitor progress.
- Check the block regularly and remove it once it is no longer needed or if it loosens.
FAQ
What are Gillspur Cowslips Plus used for?
They are hoof blocks fitted to a cow's claw so that a sore claw can be relieved of weight bearing while the healthy claw carries the load.
Which cattle breeds are they suitable for?
Cowslips Plus are suitable for use on Friesians, Holsteins and Beef breeds, covering most commercial dairy and suckler cattle.
Who typically uses cattle hoof blocks?
Dairy and beef farmers, stockpeople, professional foot trimmers and veterinary surgeons use them as part of routine lameness management.
How do I make sure the block fits?
Claw size varies between individual animals even within the same breed, so check the block on the trimmed claw before fixing and make sure it does not overhang at the heel or toe.
Can I fit a block without a crush?
It is not advisable. The animal should be safely restrained in a crush or foot trimming stall so the foot can be handled cleanly and safely.
Is this a veterinary medicine?
No. It is an animal husbandry product for cattle foot care. If an animal is severely lame or does not improve, consult your veterinary surgeon.
About Gillspur
Gillspur supplies straightforward animal health and husbandry products for farms and yards, including hoof care items used day to day by stockpeople, foot trimmers and veterinary professionals across the UK and Ireland.