{"product_id":"gillspur-cowslips-xl-cattle-hoof-blocks-for-claws","title":"Gillspur Cowslips XL Cattle Hoof Blocks for Claws","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGillspur Cowslips XL Cattle Hoof Blocks\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGillspur 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCowslips 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 \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/agrihealth\"\u003eAgrihealth collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eXL size\u003c\/strong\u003e for claws that are larger or abnormally shaped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuited to North American Holsteins\u003c\/strong\u003e and other big-framed cattle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight relief\u003c\/strong\u003e for the affected claw by supporting the healthy claw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFits into routine trimming\u003c\/strong\u003e and on-farm lameness management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGillspur\u003c\/strong\u003e agricultural animal health range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGillspur\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCowslips XL hoof blocks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXL (extra large)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger or abnormal claws, North American Holsteins\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAgrihealth \/ cattle foot care\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXU (European Union)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestrain the animal safely in a crush or foot-trimming chute.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLift and inspect the foot, and trim both claws correctly before you begin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentify the affected claw and confirm the healthy claw is sound enough to carry the block.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean and dry the bearing surface of the healthy claw so the block can be fitted securely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFit the Cowslips XL block to the healthy claw, checking the size sits correctly over the claw.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the animal to stand and settle, then check the block is stable before release.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRe-check the foot and block regularly, and remove the block once it is no longer needed or if it loosens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat are Gillspur Cowslips XL used for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey are cattle hoof blocks fitted to the healthy claw so that weight is taken off the affected claw during treatment and recovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWho is the XL size for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe XL size is intended for larger or abnormal claws, including those of North American Holsteins and other large-framed cattle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow do I know if I need XL rather than a standard size?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhich claw does the block go on?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe block is fitted to the sound, healthy claw, not the affected one, so the sore claw is lifted clear of the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWho should fit hoof blocks?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eFitting should be carried out by a trained stockperson, a professional foot trimmer or a veterinary surgeon, with the animal safely restrained.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow long should the block stay on?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout Gillspur\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGillspur supplies practical animal health and husbandry products for farms and yards, including foot care items used in day-to-day cattle management. 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