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June 8, 2022 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

Starting a Sheep Operation? We Have Livestock Equipment To Help You Get Set Up!

Are you new to managing a sheep operation? If you are unsure of what equipment you might need to acquire, we welcome you to browse our website and catalog.

Sheep’s Diet

The basics begin with providing your flock with the balanced diet their bodies need. And if your sheep live on a diet of dry hay and grain they will need to have access to more water in their diet. Tip: Sheep thrive on grains and forbs (like weeds but covered with alfalfa and clover). Grass and shrubs are useful too.

Water Supply

All animals need water to survive and thrive. Your sheep will need access to fresh, clean water, preferably water that is still (versus flowing). You can use buckets or other types of automatic waterers. You’ll also need to rinse out their water container regularly to keep it fresh and clean. Water should be kept in the shade during the hotter summer months. Your sheep’s water supply should be fenced off from nearby streams and other natural water sources to help control what they are ingesting. How much water does your sheep need? This depends on the following factors:

  • The animal’s weight
  • The ewe is lactating
  • What they are being bred/raised for
  • Their environmental conditions

If your sheep don’t appear to be drinking, it may be that they are fulfilling their water requirement through their foraging activities. Even so, it’s a good idea to give your animals access to clean, fresh water at all times if possible.

Sleep Shelter

Your adult sheep typically do well under various kinds of weather conditions, but it is wise to provide them with an area they can take shelter in, as well as dry out if needed and as a safe haven from harsh winds or sun conditions. Your sheep will more likely thrive under healthy conditions, such as making sure their bedding is soft to better absorb moisture.

Be sure to give your sheep the routine care they need, including regularly vaccinating your sheep herd and making sure their cloven hooves are properly trimmed for comfort when moving around. If you are currently looking for the right equipment to keep your operation running smoothly, we welcome you to browse our D-S Livestock Equipment. We supply everything from feeders to handling systems to show equipment. Call [phone] today if you have any questions.
May 25, 2021 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

Why Should You Buy Your Sheep, Goat or Cattle Livestock Handling Equipment From Our Team?

At DS-Livestock Livestock Handling Equipment we serve the Sheep, Goat and Cattle Industries around the globe. When purchasing our products, you can be confident that you will receive what you need through our fast shipping around the world. We also offer financing options to help you get the equipment you need when you need it to maintain your livestock operation smoothly.

Our high-quality handling equipment can be shipped quickly, as 95% of our orders are shipped out in the first 24 hours of placing your order. This is thanks to our large inventory of hot-dipped galvanized equipment that doesn’t rust or require paint to maintain and is stocked at our Frostburg, MD facility. We have proudly served our national and international clients for more than 30 years and we look forward to helping you get the equipment you need to support your business as well.

If you need assistance with financing to pay for your order, we can help. While our livestock inventory is competitively priced, you can fill out a credit application provided by our in-house financing company. You can be confident that there is no obligation. We are experienced when it comes to customizing a financing package that works within your bottom line, with minimal down payments and matching monthly payments. After filling out our no-obligation credit application with our in-house financing company, we will review your situation and tailor a financing package that works for you and everything is done conveniently online!

Are you needing livestock handling equipment for your sheep, goat or cattle operation? If so, we welcome you to browse our online catalog or request our printed version to be sent to you by calling 1-800-949-9997. We are happy to send out our printed catalog internationally, at no extra charge to you. We are excited to be your livestock handling equipment supplier to help you run your operation as smoothly and hassle-free as possible. Call today!
October 29, 2019 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

It’s That Time of the Year Again for Moving Livestock to Their Winter Location

It’s that time of seasonal transition again when livestock operations begin moving their herds over to shelter on winter grounds, especially for those operations in the northern latitudes. When moving herds around you want to limit the stress of the animals as much as possible. This helps ensure they stay healthy and strong during the migration. You want to be prepared with the sorting, loading and hauling process to maintain your profits as well as your livestock’s health.

Our D-S Livestock Equipment facility located in Frostburg, Maryland have been helping clients around the world with their equipment needs for goat, sheep and cattle operations since 1982. We have a quick turnaround time for an efficient delivery time, both in the U.S. and internationally, thanks to our large inventory.

We offer the LR96 portable loading ramp that loads groups of sheep and goats. It comes with 10-inch wheels to help your animals keep their balance so they can move easily and more comfortably when transporting into a livestock trailer. With five height settings, it can be adjusted (depending on the loading area) while keeping an anxious animal from turning around.

In addition, when you want to move small groups of sheep or goats, our truck boxes can help. Available in three sizes – the TR36, TR46 and TR48 have a 24-inch wide door with a latch that is spring-loaded. The tightly spaced bars help keep a smaller animal from getting their head or legs stuck and can be installed in a truck box in minutes, and then disassembled again for storage when the animals are loaded and hauled to their winter destination.

If you need high-quality loading and hauling equipment for your livestock operation for the fall transition, we welcome you to call 800-949-9997. Our experienced representatives at D-S Livestock Handling Equipment are here to help you with your livestock operation!
September 12, 2019 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

Our Quality Panels and Doors Can Improve Your Seasonal Shelter for Your Livestock

Fall is almost officially here but the cold weather is already making itself known. This is a time when livestock operations such as sheep, goats and cattle herds need to prepare shelters for the harsher winter season, particularly for those located in higher elevations or in more northern locations.

For a thriving livestock business, it is important to keep your livestock healthy and safe to protect their health, fitness and stamina. This means allowing them to get some outdoor time in a pen or corral when feasible. A prepared shelter can help make this possible, as it allows them to get the exercise they need to help them destress and stay healthy.

At D-S Livestock Handling Equipment our team has been helping customers maintain healthier animals for many years. One of the ways we accomplish this is by offering high-quality equipment such as panels and doors.

If you are considering expanding your livestock sheltering options, you may benefit from the following:

Bar Panels – a 10-foot bar panel complete with 7 bars designed to be tough and durable. Made with a 1 ½ inch by 14-gauge square and round tubing these are connected by strong 5/8-inch locking pins.

Open Bar Door – these have the option of swinging inwards or outwards, depending on your shelter design that enable your animals to gain access to their corrals or holding pens. With a frame of 2-inch by 14-gauge square tubing and a door made of 1 ½-inch by 14-gauge square tubing you can expect durability and performance.

Solid Door – these 4-foot doors can give your animals access to an alleyway and comes with a 2-inch by 14-gauge square tubing frame and a sheeted door up to 57-inches. It is secured with a heavy ¾-inch spring-loaded latch pin.

This winter season shelter your livestock for and give them appropriate outdoor time when needed using our high-quality panels and doors. The knowledgeable representatives at D-S Livestock Handling Equipment are ready to help you with your order, so call 800-949-9997 today!
March 25, 2019 BY
IN Livestock Equipment News

Is It Time to Trim Your Livestock’s Hooves?

Do you need to trim your livestock’s hooves again? This procedure is a necessity with any livestock operation, whether you have goats or sheep. At D-S Livestock Equipment we provide work tables and workstations to make your livestock operation run smoothly and can ship livestock handling equipment anywhere around the world. You can trust that our equipment delivers top quality performance at competitive prices. Our huge inventory and experienced team have a fast turnaround to keep your livestock operation on track.

When your animals require special handling such as hoof trimming, you want to make sure both the animal and the handlers are safe to prevent possible injury. Sometimes an animal can get skittish or balk at this necessary procedure, so making sure you have the right equipment can protect the handler as well as the animal and lessen the stress. So many of our customers have appreciated the value of our Turn O’Matic workstation, the TM5000.

This high-quality work station loads the animal safely into the chute enclosure so that it can be immobilized by squeezing them gently with the push of a button. Once they are secured, the lift feature can be employed to lift them up and turn them onto their side comfortably where you release the drop-away floor so their hooves can be trimmed easily.

This work station can hold a goat or sheep (also those with horns) weighing up to 310 pounds, while the TM5000-2G can handle livestock weighing up to 400 pounds. Once the trimming is complete, you simply rotate the floor back in place, push the button again, and the unit will rotate down so you can release your animal with ease. Trimming your livestock’s hooves has never been easier!

Whether you are looking for livestock equipment for your goat, sheep, or cattle operation, we can ship what you need quickly anywhere in the U.S. or around the world. We welcome you to call 800-949-9997 to speak to one of our friendly representatives at D-S Livestock Handling Equipment in Frostburg, Maryland. We look forward to helping you keep your livestock operation on track and running smoothly with our high-quality equipment.

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