New-Style Belt For Pulling Calves

New-Style Belt For Pulling Calves LIVESTOCK Beef 7-6-4 Use your body weight to pull a calf but keep your hands free to help assist the birth. That's the idea behind the dairy-farmer designed Gibbins Calving Belt marketed by the English firm, Alfred Cox (Surgical) Ltd. A spokesperson for the company reports that the belt lets you maintain pressure for longer periods. You can use it with either standing or lying animals. The 2-in. wide belt goes around your waist. Two adjustable ropes connect it to the calf's legs. A neck rope is also provided. In case of problems, each leg rope has a quick release fastener. Sells for right at $50. For more information, contact: FARM SHOW Followup, Alfred Cox (Surgical) Ltd., Edward Road, Coulsdon, Surrey, England CR3 2XA (ph 01 668 2131).

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