Calf Puller

[HDRider]

Could someone recommend what I should have on-hand? I have to order this kind of stuff. Stores around close don't have much.

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[skyhightree1]

grit has a nice one id order one like his hopefully he reads this

 

[M-5]

any of the pullers you posted will work , They all work the same . You will have to have the chains to use on the puller and everybody needs a set of chains

 

[M-5]

FWIW I made my chain handles out of 2 T handle tire plug tools . I just cut the steel shaft about 2" long , bent a U hook on it then dipped it in plastic dip . It fits in the links of my chain perfect

 

[Supa Dexta]

I wouldn't want any of the ones you posted, for the simple fact they have threads down the whole shaft. It would be rougher to handle (on the hands, and sometimes you're pressing against it with your shins or something), and ice, manure, blood and sac would always be in threads. The one I have has a smooth shaft, with a notched track inset on one side of it,

Those others may work fine, but I prefer my style. I never have a need to break it down it sections either.

It looks like this, with the regular bowed end

https://www.spaldings.co.uk/Files/Image ... m1-web.jpg

 

[True Grit Farms]

Jeffers has calf pullers on sale for their 12 days of Christmas sale. I like mine, but I don't like having to use it.

 

[Supa Dexta]

Wish I could get that Atag deal. Yellow ain't my colour, but it could be for that price.

 

[wbvs58]

The Dr Franks which the 2nd one down looks like a look a like but with a different shaft and winch mechanism I have found very good and stand up to a lot of work as in veterinary practice with just a hose down and spray with wd40.
With handles get one with a small gap on the hook that you can hook across the links in the chain to give you an infinite amount of leverage positions when pulling manually, may not be real good on the chain but I've had no trouble. It is very annoying and difficult if the handle you have only fits on the loop at the end of the chain especially y when your on your backside with feet up against the cow pulling and you need to go for a shorter length to pull to give more leverage.

Ken

 

[dun]

I've only seen one like it but I prefer the one that has 2 handle?ratchets so you can pull each leg seperately

 

[Lucky_P]

Have used several types through the years. Had a Willman when we were in practice... like this: https://www.enasco.com/product/Z18525N - though I think the model we had was shorter - and we'd had a 2 ft extension manufactured so that if you needed some extra length... you could pop it in there and crank 'em on out.

Certainly need to have at least a couple of long OB chains and handles - you don't necessarily need the mechanical extractor for every delivery.

 

[js1234]

Have a puller around the chute on ranches where we calve heifers. Guys carry chains in their pickup or their medicine bag when checking heifers during calving. Honestly, until you've got a little experience at it, I'd get a set of the chains and hand puller and if you get a heifer that you need to use the big puller, or cut her open, or bring the calf out in pieces with a wire saw, I think you should call a vet.

 

[greybeard]

I have a Dr Franks--used it once, but have had it out ready to use on several births. Worked fine--a lot better than the antique one I inherited from my father. I think Valley Vet sells the Dr Franks. It's a single action, smooth 2 pc pipe that screws together. I think I bought mine at a place called Atwoods or maybe at the co-op about 90 miles away--no one here had them either. Looks just like this one:

Get extra chains and 2 tee handles, and order plenty of lube at the same time unless you can get it locally.
I always meant to build a rigid grab-and-go carrying case for mine to keep the dust and dirt daubers away from it, just never got around to it. If you haven't hooked chains up in a long time, practice till you can do it blindfolded. I hope you never have to use one.

 

[Ojp6]

We have had one like that second one for a long time. Used it a bunch and never had any trouble with it. Only ever had one we couldn't get out with it.

 

[NolanCountyAG]

Get a set of the stainless steel chains. Instead of those flimsy ones

 

[midTN_Brangusman]

I have a Dr. Franks also, best purchase I've ever made bar none!

 

[HDRider]

Jeffers has calf pullers on sale for their 12 days of Christmas sale. I like mine, but I don't like having to use it.

Thanks everyone. It has come down to Dr. Franks or the one from Jeffers.

I hope this is the right one for me...

 

[True Grit Farms]

I hope you never need to use it. Use the loop above the fetlock and a half hitch a little lower down on the hoof. My best advice for using a calf puller is to slow down and relax, it can be very stressful.

 

[Supa Dexta]

But once past the front shoulders, get after it!

 

[HDRider]

I hope you never need to use it. Use the loop above the fetlock and a half hitch a little lower down on the hoof. My best advice for using a calf puller is to slow down and relax, it can be very stressful.

Me too.

If I buy it I won't need it. If I don't buy it I will need it...

 

[redcowsrule33]

I have used many types over the years but really only like this one:
http://animalsafety.neogen.com/en/ideal-calf-puller-calf-eze

It is easy to take the pressure off so one can allow the animal to rest, a more gradual pull. The cams will slip if you pull too hard, which irritates some people but I feel that if you have to pull that hard you should take another route. I do not like the brace at the end, ended up cannibalizing one from a different company made of steel with a chain because if you drop it just right on concrete it will shatter and the nylon strap is hard to clean. Have only needed it once in the last ten years (knock on wood) but have a lot of experience pulling calves in other herds in the past.

The ringed ones leave a really neat mark on your hands if they happen to freeze to it though.