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July 6, 2023 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

If You Need Livestock Handling Equipment, You’ve Come to the Right Place!

Welcome to D-S Livestock Equipment’s online store! We are proud to provide a wide range of top-notch livestock handling equipment designed for sheep, goats, and cattle. Whether you’re in search of feeders, show equipment, open bar or solid panels and doors, loading and hauling gear, or any other type of livestock handling equipment, rest assured, we have you covered.

Prompt Service at Competitive Prices

Our dedicated team is committed to delivering prompt service and superior products at competitive prices. With our large inventory readily available, we can swiftly ship your equipment, ensuring you receive your items in no time. With over three decades of experience in the livestock equipment industry, our knowledgeable team is equipped to answer your questions and help you find the perfect solutions tailored to your specific needs.

Shipping Globally

Our quality equipment is crafted from premium materials, designed to simplify the handling of livestock in the industry. We offer a diverse range of tools essential for every aspect of their care. With our wide customer base spanning across the country and even the world, we are capable of shipping our products to your location from Frostburg, Maryland. 

D-S Livestock Equipment is an independent business that has dedicated itself to the design and sale of superior livestock handling equipment since 1982. Led by our founder and owner, Dennis Schoenian, we possess a deep passion for creating and delivering livestock equipment that aligns perfectly with your specific requirements, ensuring optimal performance and results. 

Payment Options

We are pleased to offer you a variety of payment options at D-S Livestock Equipment, including:

  • All major credit cards such as American Express, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa.
  • Purchase orders for your convenience.
  • Acceptance of checks as a payment method.
  • Cash payments are also accepted for in-person transactions.

Call Today!

Please call 800-949-9997 if you have questions for our team. We are more than happy to provide you with the necessary support you need and answer any questions you may have!
June 3, 2023 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

Safety First: Promoting Animal Welfare with Modern Livestock Handling Equipment

Livestock handling equipment plays a pivotal role in the sheep, goat, and cattle industries, particularly during the scorching summer months. As temperatures rise, ensuring the safety and well-being of animals becomes paramount. This blog post aims to delve into the indispensable role that common livestock handling equipment plays in safeguarding livestock, minimizing stress and promoting optimal conditions for their health during the summer season.

Reducing Heat Stress 

High temperatures and humidity levels pose significant challenges for livestock. Livestock handling equipment such as shade structures, fans and misters provide crucial relief by creating cooler microclimates within barns or grazing areas. These tools mitigate heat stress, preventing adverse effects such as decreased feed intake, reduced productivity and even heat-related illnesses.

Ensuring Proper Ventilation

Proper airflow is essential to maintain a comfortable environment for animals during summer. Livestock handling equipment like ventilation systems, including ridge vents and exhaust fans, promote air circulation within barns, reducing humidity and improving air quality. Effective ventilation not only helps regulate temperature but also prevents respiratory issues and the spread of diseases.

Watering and Cooling Systems

Water is a lifeline for livestock, especially in hot weather. Livestock handling equipment provides convenient access to clean and fresh water sources throughout the day, ensuring adequate hydration. Additionally, automated sprinkler systems or misting fans help cool animals by providing intermittent showers or gentle sprays, reducing body temperature and keeping them comfortable.

Handling and Sorting Equipment

Proper handling of livestock is crucial to prevent injuries and minimize stress. Livestock handling equipment, such as chutes, gates and sorting systems, enables farmers to safely move and manage animals during veterinary procedures, transportation and general handling. Well-designed equipment ensures smooth and efficient operations while minimizing the risk of accidents and animal distress.

-Pest and Parasite Control

Summer brings an increase in pests and parasites that can adversely affect livestock health. Livestock handling equipment, such as fly control systems and dipping vats, aid in the prevention and control of common pests. These tools help reduce fly populations, limit disease transmission and prevent discomfort and irritation among animals.

Livestock handling equipment plays a critical role in safeguarding the safety and well-being of animals in the sheep, goat and cattle industries during the summer season. Investing in high-quality and efficient livestock handling equipment not only benefits the animals but also enhances the profitability and sustainability of livestock farming operations.

Online Catalog 

Our D-S Livestock Equipment team in Frostburg, Maryland, specializes in providing high-quality livestock handling and sorting equipment, and we do so worldwide! In addition, we are proud to be one of the only providers of hot dipped galvanized livestock equipment, so you don’t have to worry about paint or rust, all while maintaining affordability. You are welcome to check out our online catalog and call 800-949-9997 to learn more!
January 2, 2023 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

Is Your Livestock Operation Prepared To Weather the Winter?

The new year is when winter hits its stride and that means your sheep, goat and cattle business needs to keep up with the demands that the harsh weather conditions can have on your livestock. So how might you better prepare your animals for inclement weather and conditions?

Machinery: Sometimes the power can go out, so make sure you have the fuel you need to keep your vehicles, machinery, and generators running, including any maintenance work so your equipment will run smoothly.

Livestock Feed: It’s important to have the hay and feed your livestock need but especially during the winter season. You’ll need to store their feed and hay in a properly enclosed place to avoid damaging them with mold. Provide feeders best suited to your animals and keep hay feeders covered to avoid snow and rain damage.

Hydration: Water is essential for your livestock, even though the cold weather might cause them to drink less. You’ll need to make sure the water is liquid and not turning into ice, preventing hydration. If you are using a tank heater or de-icer, don’t use extension cords and check to make sure your equipment is working correctly.

Housing: Providing your animals with proper shelter when shed, trees or large brush are not enough protection is important to ensure their health. If they are inside, they will need proper ventilation to help them stay healthy. For smaller animals, heat lamps can make all the difference. Bedding needs routine changing so they avoid respiratory illness from ammonia buildup. Protect them from frostbite and freezing, using shelter and windbreaks.

At D-S Livestock Equipment located in Frostburg, MD,  we are pleased to offer our customers a wide variety of livestock handling products for sheep, goats, and cattle, including the following:

  • Feeders
  • Show equipment
  • Open bar or solid panels and doors
  • Loading and hauling equipment
  • Livestock handling equipment

Our experienced team is dedicated to helping livestock businesses gain access to our high-quality products cost-effectively. Thanks to our large inventory, we can turn around and ship your equipment promptly so you have what you need when you need it. We welcome you to give us a call at 800-949-9997 to learn more or to order a catalog.

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Planning for Winter: Livestock
November 3, 2022 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

Getting Your Goats, Sheep and Cattle Ready for the Colder Winter Weather

If you are new to livestock handling equipment, you will want to know about the basic essentials that will help you make your livestock operation run smoothly and efficiently. Our team here at D-S Livestock Equipment, is ready to give you a run-down of the basic equipment you will need to be successful and protect your livestock investment.

Livestock Feeder

Sheep, goats and cattle need to be fed well and consistently so they can thrive, especially in the colder winter months. While there are a variety of feeders available on the market, bale feeders, hay baskets, troughs, etc., we can recommend a combination feeder, so you can feed your animals both hay and grain with just one item of equipment. And whether you are dealing with rain or snow, our feeders help protect your animals from the harsh elements.

-Handling Systems: There are various handling systems ranging from basic to complex, so choosing the right one for your needs is important. Our equipment has parts that can let you sort, deworm, inspect or tag your animal without harming them (or you).

-Livestock Weighing Equipment: Weighing helps you monitor your animal’s health so you can calculate the correct medication dosage, and food rations, as well as monitor their weight gains.

-Livestock Work Tables: A work table and station options can make your job easier when you need to handle, flip or keep your animal motionless.

Winter Protection Tips

There are a few other items that can help protect your animals. If you have newborn calves dealing with winter weather, you can look for specially designed hats to keep their ears warm, while goats and lambs can be warmed with a fleece or sweater on the chilliest nights. Extra bedding can help insulate your animals from the freezing ground. And of course, this time of year extra food can raise their body temperatures.

Whatever your needs may be, our DF-Livestock team in Frostburg, MD, has the equipment to help you keep your animals safe and your business function more smoothly. We invite you to give us a call at [phone] if you have any questions! We are here to support your operation!
October 4, 2022 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

We Make Livestock Handling Purchases Easy and Convenient With Our Financing Option!

At D-S Livestock Handling Equipment located in Frostburg, MD, we supply livestock operations with a selection of equipment options you may need when working with goats, sheep or cattle.

For Goats and Sheep we offer the following equipment:

–Feeders
–Kidding
–Loading Hauling
–Open Bar Panels Doors
–Solid Panels Doors
–Handling Systems
–Handling Systems Components
–Show Equipment
–Weighing
–Work Tables Stations

For Cattle operations we offer these items:

–Chutes
–Headgates
–Handling Systems
–Handling System Components
–Panels, Doors
–Crowding Tubs
–Calf Table

Our experienced team strives to provide the highest quality materials for our customers at affordable prices no matter where you are located,  in the U. S., Canada, Japan, Africa and Costa Rica, for starters. We work hard to help you get your equipment in a timely manner no matter where your operation is based.

Need Financing?

We are also pleased to offer financing for our customers through QuickSpark Financial so you can get your livestock handling equipment as quickly and conveniently as possible.  Our financing is offered via an online application so you can quickly learn whether you qualify for financing for your equipment needs. The best thing about our financing is that it only takes 30 seconds, the time it takes to fill out your credit application! If you are approved, you will be able to use your equipment for 90 days before making your first payment. This allows you to buy now and pay later.

Benefits of Financing With QuickSpark Financial

-You can generate revenue while you make payments
-You will have low monthly payments
-Your loan is 100% tax-deductible
-You can be free from the normal bank restrictions from traditional lending
-You can keep your lines of credit open
-You will receive financial reporting

Want to apply for financial assistance? Fill out your financing application.

For your convenience, we accept all major credit cards, including American Express, Discover, MasterCard, & VISA. We also accept purchase orders, checks and cash. If you have any questions about our products or financing options, we welcome you to call our friendly team at 800-949-9997.
July 5, 2022 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

Summertime Livestock Management Tips To Keep Your Sheep, Goats and Cattle Healthier and Happier

For those in the northern hemisphere, the summer’s heat is in full force. If you have a livestock operation or farm, you’ll want to keep dehydration, heat stress and heatstroke away from your sheep, goats and cattle. Your animals might also appreciate the following tips to help them stay cooler and healthier during this sweltering season.

Keeping Livestock Cool

-Offer your animals a shady place to relax where they can get relief from the sultry summer days while they graze.

-If the animals are indoors, you can help them keep cool by running a fan. Fans serve a dual purpose, they also help keep insects like mosquitoes and flies from pestering your sheep, goats and cattle.

-Make sure your animals have access to clean water. Not only does this help them stay well hydrated but keeps algae and bacterial growth from contaminating their water source.

-Spray your animals down with a hose if you notice they are dehydrated to stave off heatstroke.

-Shearing your sheep can help them stay cool and less stressed so they don’t become agitated.

-Providing access to shallow, temporary pools can help your animals cool down.

-Access to salt blocks can make sure your livestock can replenish their electrolyte balance during the hot days (and nights) outdoors.

-Lower your animal’s stress levels when the days are hot. Make sure you have the hauling and transport equipment you need to quickly and easily take care of vaccinations, castrations, hoof care, breeding or weaning as smoothly as possible.

-Keep insects at bay by applying bug spray, proving correct manure management and leaving no standing water around.

No matter what the season, whether you are in the northern or southern hemisphere, we can help your livestock operation run smoothly. We welcome you to call our D-S Livestock Handling Equipment team in Frostburg, MD at [phone] to learn more!
December 14, 2021 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

Transport Your Livestock to Their Winter Location in Safety and Comfort

As the year draws to a close, if you are running a livestock operation you probably have already gotten your animals ready for the inclement weather. It’s still not too late if you haven’t yet upgraded your equipment to better handle the current climate, especially if your sheep, goats or cattle are faced with harsh winds and freezes. Moving your animals to winter grounds can help as can having the right equipment on hand to protect your animals from the harsher seasonal elements.

Offering indoor shelter is important as it buffers wind shear and plummeting temperatures all of which can stress your animals, negatively affecting their general health and productivity. Keeping them sheltered and protected relieves stress so they can look, feel and perform their best. Your livestock’s strength is valuable to you, and having sorting, loading and hauling equipment helps ensure they provide you a better bottom line for your business.

Our D-S Livestock Equipment facility in Frostburg, Maryland has been helping livestock owners with equipment supplies for decades. Our quality equipment is designed to help livestock owners navigate the shifting seasonal weather anywhere in the world. We specialize in goat, sheep and cattle operations in particular and you can count on a quick turnaround time for timely delivery, wherever you are located.

Whether you need loading ramps to move sheep and goats so they can’t get hurt from turning around and getting stuck or a truck box for moving livestock in three sizes with a wide door that latches with a spring load and is designed to keep your animal’s heads and limbs from becoming stuck.

If you are currently looking to acquire top-quality loading and hauling equipment for your livestock operation, we invite you to check out our catalog as well as our in-house financing. You can also speak to us directly by calling 800-949-9997, Monday-Friday: 9:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m. We look forward to assisting you with your livestock equipment needs!
July 14, 2021 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

Our High-Quality Feeders Are Ideal for Sheep, Cattle or Goat Operations!

When it comes to feeding cattle, sheep and goats around the northern hemisphere during early summer usually means making sure your livestock have enough food to support new births and additional animals wherever your house them. Whether you have nannies, cows and ewes or their newest offspring, calves, lambs or kids, having effective feeder stations helps reduce the animal’s stress.

At D-S Livestock Equipment located in Frostburg, MD, we offer livestock operations a variety of top-quality feeders to suit your unique needs, including the following:

-Our 16-Inch Hay and Grain Feeder: suitable for providing either grain or hay for one animal, especially when filling lambing and kidding jugs.

-Our 18-inch and 36-inch Hay Baskets: These are exceptionally strong. They are manufactured from 1/2-inch, 3/8-inch, and 5/16-inch solid rounds. You can even conveniently stack the baskets when moving them to different locations or just storing them.

-Our 50-pound Self Feeder: This feeder comes with a lid and allows you to feed anywhere from 8 to 15 kids or lambs, easily.

-Our 125-Pound Self Feeders: These are capable of standing alone with four legs you can adjust. It also comes with a lid and is easy to carry handles. This feeder can feed anywhere from 20 to 35 kids or lambs.

-Our Outside Creeper Feeder: These feeders not only effectively keep out rain, but their skids enable them to be moved around using an ATV or a small tractor.

-Our adjustable grain feeders: These are versatile and come in both 4-feet and 8-feet, perfect for tiny lambs and kids but can also feed adult goats and sheep as needed since its feed trough and the top rail are adjustable.

Are you in the market for quality livestock feeders for your operation? We are confident that your animals will thrive with the help of our quality feeders. If you have any questions about livestock equipment, we welcome you to give us a call today at 800-949-9997 to speak with one of our experienced representatives. We look forward to supporting your livestock business with the quality equipment you need!
April 27, 2021 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

We Have the Show Circuit Equipment Your Livestock Need To Feel Their Best

When it comes to supplying livestock equipment to clients who are in the cattle, sheep or goat industry, our team at D-S Livestock Equipment has you covered! We provide quality livestock handling equipment such as livestock feeders, loading, hauling and show equipment. With a great inventory of livestock equipment in stock at our Frostburg, MD location, we can give you the fast turnaround time you need at prices you can get behind! We even offer convenient financing options to make your purchases easier.

Showing Your Livestock

We have livestock equipment that can assist you when showing your animals with equipment for sheep, cattle and goats. These allow you to showcase your breeder qualities when coming together with other industry professionals. Our sturdy, reliable handling equipment will allow your livestock to feel calmer by keeping their stress levels to a minimum thanks to the handling equipment best suited for their needs. Stressed animals are anxious animals, and you want them to feel comfortable and calm when showing them on the show circuit. Calmer animals during transport also ensure that they won’t accidentally injure themselves. With the proper equipment, you can help them feel calm for their presentation and help you feel more confident showing them in the process.

You may appreciate our fold-up stands which easily support your animal in the height and size you need. Our hay baskets can feed your animals when stationary or transported as they travel. D.S. Livestock equipment supplies a variety of feeder options for your animals:

Convenient Feeder Options

  • Single and double feeders for grain and hay
  • Grain feeders that are adjustable
  • Bale feeders, poly feeders, six-sided feeders
  • Feeders for fencelines
  • Troughs for grain
  • A one-sided self-feeder complete with a lid
  • A two-sided self-feeder

Our hot-dipped galvanized livestock equipment is a standout in the industry so you don’t have to worry about rust or painting. We are excited to support your animals on the show circuit and are pleased to give you the quality equipment your budget can maintain. Please give our experienced team a call at 800-949-9997 if you have any questions. Your animals deserve the best care you can provide!
October 20, 2020 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

It’s Time To Get Your Lambs and Goats Ready for the Winter Lambing and Kidding Season

Winter season is around the corner and farmers who work with goats and sheep need to make sure that lambing and kidding season progresses properly to reach anticipated production goals. Successful breeding means taking advantage of the best times to mate and give birth so that the animals have access to the nutrition they need to thrive.

Lambing/kidding season includes the months of September/October where they will give birth five months later. At this stage, your animals need to have the necessary support to ensure the survival of the lambs and kids. This includes preventing the animals’ exposure to health problems and access to optimal feed.

If you are a commercial producer, having the right kind of facilities to support winter kidding is essential. Providing proper feed, clean water, hay that is fresh and pens that are dry with bedding and providing needed health care. Checking the does once a month or more before kidding means checking hoofs, providing vaccines and making sure there are no lice and worms. And finally, making sure the does and kids are protected from the harsh winter weather effects, depending on your climate.

You’ll likely need to provide extra care for these animals during the winter to protect them from the cold and keep them warm. Sufficient feed will stoke their metabolism for needed body heat. Your successful livestock operation depends on your animal’s thriving under your care.

At D-S Livestock and Equipment, we have all the handling equipment you may need to care for your animals and keep them healthy for maximum productivity. We ship around the world and offer in-house financing as needed. We offer high-quality, hot-dipped galvanized sheep and goat handling equipment:

  • Feeders
  • Lambing Creeping & Kidding Creeping
  • Loading & Hauling
  • Open Bar Panels & Doors
  • Solid Panels & Doors
  • Handling Systems
  • Handling Systems Components
  • Show Equipment
  • Weighing
  • Work Tables & Stations

If you need sheep, goat or cattle livestock handling equipment, give our D-S Livestock Equipment operation in Frostburg, MD a call at 800-949-9997 or request a catalog.

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