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June 18, 2021 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

If You Are in the Market for a Headgate for Your Cattle, DS Livestock Equipment Can Help!

When it comes to housing cattle, it’s important to have the right kind of equipment to run your business, farm or ranch. Headgates are a livestock handling equipment staple. No matter where you want your headgate to be placed, how easy it is to use will make all the difference in how effectively the daily handling of your cattle is carried out.

Cattle handling systems are crucial because they allow you to handle your animals humanely while also protecting the handler. If you don’t have a headgate you can’t easily treat a sick or injured animal even when a veterinarian is called out to treat it. When it comes to vaccinating your cattle, without a headgate it can’t be done safely and can endanger the health of the animal where it can potentially die.

Headgates are also important when your cattle must be corralled to be sold or slaughtered. Without a headgate, the animals will be hard to handle as they aren’t used to being in a closed-in area. For harvesting beef, this may negatively impact the flavor and texture, compromising it. The easier you can make the job of capturing and restraining your cattle, the more smoothly everything will ultimately run.

Having the right equipment for day-to-day use is crucial when handling your livestock. At D-S Livestock Equipment we offer a variety of headgate options when you need them, thanks to our well-stocked inventory. Additionally, we have a history of supplying our customers with the top-quality tools they need, wherever they are located in the country or on the other side of the world. Our quality headgates, in particular, simplify everyday use.

Whether you are capturing, breeding, culling, treating your cattle medically or detaining them, a good headgate is a crucial piece of equipment that allows you to handle your cattle safely. You can choose from three cattle head gate options:

  • V-Style Manual Headgate
  • Traditional Self Catch Headgate
  • The Spinlock Self Catch Headgate

If you are searching for a quality cattle headgate, we welcome you to call our experienced team in Frostburg, MD, for more information or to request a catalog of our handling equipment. You can reach us at 1-800-949-9997 to speak to one of our operators today! We are here to assist you wherever your operation is located in the world.
November 10, 2020 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

Using the Right Livestock Handling Equipment Can Help Your Animals Get To Their Winter Location Safely and Comfortably

With winter on its way you are likely getting your livestock ready for the shift in weather, and if you live somewhere there are harsh winds and freezes, you’ll be moving your animals to be sheltered on winter grounds. The northern latitudes in particular make it hard on animals that are outdoor in the elements.

Making sure your livestock have indoor shelter, buffering the winds and the drops in temperature will help ensure that they are minimally stressed, which can improve their overall health and consequently, productivity. Minimizing their stress as you relocate them helps them feel and act their best. The health and strength of your animals are crucial when they are migrating. This means having the sorting, loading and hauling equipment you need and will ensure a healthy bottom line by protecting your animal’s health.

Since 1982, our D-S Livestock Equipment facility located in Frostburg, Marland, not only understands the potential dangers in the shifting seasonal weather but has helped our customers around the globe receive the livestock handling equipment they require. Protecting goat, sheep and cattle operations is our specialty. We provide a quick turnaround time to ensure timely delivery in both the U.S. and international markets, thanks in large part to our vast inventory.

Loading Ramps: Our LR96 portable loading ramp moves groups of sheep and goats. With 10-inch wheels, these ramps keep your animals balanced and comfortable while transporting them into their livestock trailer. Complete with five height settings, the ramp can be adjusted to keep a nervous goat or lamb from turning around and getting hurt.

Truck Boxes: If you are moving small groups of livestock our truck boxes are great. They come in three sizes – the TR36, TR46 and TR48 with a 24-inch wide door that latches with a spring load. Their bars are tightly spaced so that a smaller animal can’t get their heads or limbs stuck. The bars are easily and quickly installed in the truck box, and when that is done, they are easily disassembled to be placed in storage after loading and hauling your animals to their winter location.

Are you looking for quality loading and hauling equipment for this fall’s livestock operation transition? We can help! Just call 800-949-9997 or request a catalog. Our D-S Livestock Handling Equipment team is ready to provide your livestock operation with the vital, quality equipment you need!
September 15, 2020 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

If You Have a Livestock Operation, Investing in a Good Quality Cattle Chute Can Make the Job so Much Easier for You and Your Animal!

Cattle chutes are important to providing safety for both the handler and the cattle and should have enough footing so your cows don’t slip and fall as they make their way through the chute. These should also be user friendly, easily facilitating the kind of processing your operators will be performing, whether you are sorting, transporting, grooming or providing needed veterinary care.

At D-S Livestock Handling Equipment in Frostburg, Maryland, we are proud to provide a generous variety of livestock handling equipment for sheep, goat and cattle operations, including cattle chutes. One of the best features of our livestock handling equipment is that it doesn’t need paint and doesn’t rust, thanks to our hot dipped and galvanized finishing process.

When you shop our livestock handling equipment, you can be sure that you are receiving high-quality products to serve your animal’s needs while also being cost-effective. We pride ourselves in offering our customers the highest possible quality craftsmanship at competitive prices that can be shipped around the world.

D-S Livestock Handling Cattle Chutes

The MC78
This chute option is not only hot-dipped and galvanized but lets you groom your animal thanks to a grooming chute with a GB 1-2 attachment. Stronger than regular grooming chutes, this version has a solid construction that lets you groom your animal’s neck and also allows injections while keeping the cattle securely contained.

The MC84
This hot dipped and galvanized version is durable and can serve you reliably for decades. Its appearance is professional and sturdy with its heavy-duty construction complete with square tubing and solid-sheet side doors. This chute’s features keep the cattle’s legs inside for more even footing while minimizing the animal’s side vision.

The MC90
This is the heaviest and sturdiest option we offer our customers. The floor is non-slip to give your animal a solid, steady footing while also limiting the animal’s side vision and containing its legs securely.

No matter how you are using your cattle chute in your day-to-day operations, our quality chutes have what it takes to make your job easier! We are happy to answer your questions or send you our catalog. Please call 800-949-9997 for assistance. We’re happy to help you with your livestock handling equipment needs!
July 27, 2020 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

With the Help of Our Turn O’Matic Workstation, Trimming Your Livestock’s Hooves Is Easier Than Ever

Running a livestock operation means caring for the goats and sheep in your keep, including trimming their hooves. D-S Livestock Equipment is pleased to offer work tables and workstations that can help make your day-to-day tasks run more smoothly. We have been shipping livestock equipment around the globe for years now. We have a reputation for affordable livestock equipment without sacrificing quality. We maintain a large inventory so that our turnaround time after your order is timely.

Turn O’Matic workstation:

Trimming your livestock’s hooves means keeping the animals as well as their handlers safe by preventing injury to either one. The right equipment can help keep your animal calm and reduce stress for both the animal and the handler trying to do their job. Our Turn O’Matic workstation, the TM5000 can do just that. It’s a high-quality work station that allows your handler to load the animal safely into the chute enclosure and squeeze them gently until they are secure. The lift feature turns them onto their side after lifting them up and the drop-away door offers easy access to trimming their hooves.

The TM5000 holds sheep or goats with horns that weigh up to 310 lbs while the TM5000-2G safely holds up to 400 lbs. After trimming the animal’s hooves, the handler can rotate the floor back into place, and rotate the unit down so the animal can be easily released.

If you are in the market for quality handling equipment, whether you run a goat, sheep, or cattle operation, D-S Livestock Handling equipment is ready to ship your products quickly anywhere in the U.S. or out of the country. Give us a call at 800-949-9997 to speak to talk to a friendly representative in Frostburg, Maryland. We are here to help make your job easier!
March 18, 2016 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

Raising Goats in Summer

If you’re considering raising an animal, goats are generally a good choice. Most farm animals, such as cows, chickens, sheep, or turkeys, are useful but few are as versatile as goats. As you probably know, goats can be used to produce milk, cheese, cashmere, meat, and can even be used as a pack animal.

However, if you intend to raise goats, there are a few important things you should understand. For instance, did you know that your goats will require specialized care during summer months. You see, goats are very vulnerable to heat stroke, which can affect their performance. In other words, if your goats are subject to heat stroke, their reproduction, dairy, and meat quality could suffer.

Goats are typically warmer than humans, usually having a temperature between 101.5 and 105. Still, we recommend cooling your goats on a hot day. You can do so by spraying our animal with a hose, though we recommend starting at the legs. You should also make sure your goats have sufficient shelter. This means you should have something with shade and good air flow. Typically, a tree or barn will work well.

Finally, you should know how to recognize the signs of dehydration, which can quickly lead to heat stroke. The first thing you can watch for is your animal’s breathing. Goats don’t sweat, however if they are breathing hard, they may be in danger.  Similarly, you should be able to pinch your goats skin. If the skin is slow to return to its original position, your animal could be dehydrated.

If you’re interested in learning more, please contact [practice_name] at [phone]. We look forward to hearing from you soon!
February 12, 2016 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

A Few Tips for Loading Cattle

If you’re interested in raising, selling, or showing cattle, you may eventually need to load your animals into a trailer. If you’ve never done this before—and even if you have—this can be a difficult task. To help you make the process smoother, we’re happy to offer you a few ideas on safely transporting your cattle.

The first thing you should do is inspect your vehicle. For instance, you’ll want to make sure your trailer and your truck hitch together properly. You’ll also want to place shavings on the ground to prevent your cattle from slipping. This will also give them a place to lie down. You should also be sure your vehicle is running well.

If you’re picking up cattle, you should ask your owners to avoid giving the animals food. If your cattle are hungry enough, you may be able to use food to lure them into your trailer.  However, you should make sure they have enough water, even while they’re in the trailer. Hang a bucket and fill it with water. We recommend hanging it high enough for your cattle to drink from, but not low enough for them to poop in.

Finally, when your animals are in the trailer, please separate your bulls from each other. If you don’t, they could fight and hurt themselves or damage your trailer. Similarly, bulls should be separated from calves and cows. However, once your cattle are loaded, you should test your trailer’s weight distribution to make sure your ride is smooth. Finally, when you’re driving, please remember to avoid stopping suddenly and sharp turns.

If you are interested in learning more, please feel free to contact [practice_name] at [phone]. We’re excited to hear from you.
January 27, 2016 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

Preparing for Shearing

Did you know that most sheep grow wool continuously? This means that most sheep will need to be sheared at least once a year. While shearing isn’t necessarily easy work, anyone can do it. Still, at times it is more beneficial and cost effective to hire a professional. Today, our team at [practice_name] is happy to give you a few tips on how you can prepare your sheep a professional to shear.

Of course, before you shear your animals, there are a few steps that should be taken. For example, please ensure that your sheep will be dry before they are sheared. Similarly, your sheep shouldn’t have full stomachs come shearing time. Full stomachs will make your animals uncomfortable and make the experience more difficult. In fact, it may be best to avoid feeding your animals at all on shearing day. You should also prepare an area. If the day will be warm, we recommend a shaded, dry space. Similarly, you may want to have an extension cord ready in advance.

Finally, we recommend keeping other distractions away. For example, if you have small children, dogs, or other animals in the area, your sheep could be distracted, making the process more difficult.

If you are interested in learning more, please feel free to contact us at [phone] soon. We look forward to hearing from you.
January 18, 2016 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

The Right Scale

Do you raise animals? Do you plan to? If you are going to raise an animal, there are several things to consider. For example, will you need a scale? And if so, what kind of scale?

To answer questions like these, there are quite a few things you need to consider. Maybe the most important thing you’ll need to think about is what type of animal—or animals—you’ll be weighing on your scale. Clearly, some scales are designed for larger animals than others are.

You’ll also need to think about where you’ll be weighing your livestock. For example, would it be easier for you to weigh your animal from home, or will you need to take the scale with you? Fortunately, scales can be permanent or portable. Portable scales can be extremely versatile because they can be placed on a variety of surfaces—including uneven ones.

However, there’s more to consider since modern scales do much more than simply weigh your animals. In fact, today’s scales can store your animal’s weight. In fact, some scales can record the weight of each animal in your letting you track your animals individually.

Similarly, the technology in livestock scales will offer time and data entry saving options, making tracking and storing information more precise. In fact, some scales even have wireless Bluetooth so information can be sent directly to your computer.

If you are interested in learning more, please call [practice_name] at [phone]. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

 
November 13, 2015 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

Water for Your Sheep

As you know, any animal needs water to survive. But, if you’re raising sheep, you may rarely see your animals drinking—in fact, you may not see them drink at all. Do you ever wonder why that is, how you should give them water, or how much water your sheep actually need?

Of course, you should provide fresh, clean water for your sheep. Sheep prefer drinking from a still source of water, rather than from flowing water. We recommend using buckets or other forms of automatics waterers. Also, please rinse out the container that holds your sheep’s water regularly.  Your sheep will prefer water that has no ice in it in the winter, and water that is in shade during the summer.  Finally, to maintain control of your water supply, we recommend fencing off water from nearby streams and other natural water sources.

Typically, your sheep will need between something between a half gallon and three gallons of water a day. The amount of water they need a day is influence by how heavy the animal is, whether or not they are lactating, what they are being raised for, and environmental conditions. Similarly, if they don’t seem to drink, it is most likely because they get most of the water they need through forage. We recommend having a clean, fresh supply available at all times.

If you would like to learn more or have any questions about sheep care, please feel free to contact us. We are excited to hear from you.

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