Gillspur Cowslips XL Cattle Hoof Blocks for Claws
Description
Gillspur Cowslips XL Cattle Hoof Blocks
Gillspur Cowslips XL are extra-large hoof blocks for cattle, designed for use on larger or abnormal claws, including those of North American Holsteins. The block is fitted to the sound claw so that weight is taken off the affected claw while it recovers, making it best for large-framed dairy and beef animals that a standard-size block will not fit correctly.
Cowslips XL are used by trained stockpeople, professional foot trimmers and veterinary surgeons as part of routine foot trimming and lameness management. You can find more livestock husbandry products in our Agrihealth collection.
Key Features
- XL size for claws that are larger or abnormally shaped
- Suited to North American Holsteins and other big-framed cattle
- Weight relief for the affected claw by supporting the healthy claw
- Fits into routine trimming and on-farm lameness management
- Gillspur agricultural animal health range
Specifications
| Brand | Gillspur |
|---|---|
| Product | Cowslips XL hoof blocks |
| Size | XL (extra large) |
| Best For | Larger or abnormal claws, North American Holsteins |
| Category | Agrihealth / cattle foot care |
| Country of Origin | XU (European Union) |
How to Use
- Restrain the animal safely in a crush or foot-trimming chute.
- Lift and inspect the foot, and trim both claws correctly before you begin.
- Identify the affected claw and confirm the healthy claw is sound enough to carry the block.
- Clean and dry the bearing surface of the healthy claw so the block can be fitted securely.
- Fit the Cowslips XL block to the healthy claw, checking the size sits correctly over the claw.
- Allow the animal to stand and settle, then check the block is stable before release.
- Re-check the foot and block regularly, and remove the block once it is no longer needed or if it loosens.
FAQ
What are Gillspur Cowslips XL used for?
They are cattle hoof blocks fitted to the healthy claw so that weight is taken off the affected claw during treatment and recovery.
Who is the XL size for?
The XL size is intended for larger or abnormal claws, including those of North American Holsteins and other large-framed cattle.
How do I know if I need XL rather than a standard size?
Choose XL where the claw is genuinely large or misshapen and a standard block will not sit squarely on the bearing surface. On smaller cattle, youngstock or narrow claws, a standard size gives a more stable fit.
Which claw does the block go on?
The block is fitted to the sound, healthy claw, not the affected one, so the sore claw is lifted clear of the ground.
Who should fit hoof blocks?
Fitting should be carried out by a trained stockperson, a professional foot trimmer or a veterinary surgeon, with the animal safely restrained.
How long should the block stay on?
Check the foot and block regularly and remove the block once it is no longer required, or sooner if it becomes loose or badly worn. If the animal does not improve, speak to your veterinary surgeon.
About Gillspur
Gillspur supplies practical animal health and husbandry products for farms and yards, including foot care items used in day-to-day cattle management. The Cowslips range covers routine hoof block requirements across a variety of claw sizes.