Obstetrics
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- Calving Chain with Pull Handles
- For active birth assistance in calves
- Firm fit without constricting
- Made of nickel-plated metal
- Length: 150 cm
- For fetal position correction
- For correction head malpositions and fixation of the head during extraction
- Available in sharp and blunt versions
- Made from stainless steel
- Length: 9 cm
- Braided silk suture tape
- For the prevention of prolapses during birth
- Optionally available for cows and sheep
- Instruction manual included
- Delivery contents: 1 piece
- For active obstetrics
- For fastening over the fetlock joints
- Fits tightly but does not constrict
- Made of robust and stainless metal
- Available in various lengths
- For active obstetric care in large animals
- Is fastened over the fetlock joints of the calves or foals
- Fits securely but does not constrict
- Made of stainless metal
- Length: 190 cm
Instruments for Obstetrics in Large Animals
The birth of, for example, a foal usually takes only about 30 minutes. Veterinarians only need to intervene if the birth does not progress normally. Reasons for a delayed birth include weak contractions, abnormal position, posture or orientation of the foal or calf, as well as twin pregnancies.
In large animal medicine, stable instruments are required for difficult births or the extraction of deceased fetuses. These include obstetric ropes and chains, as well as obstetric hooks.
Support Using Obstetric Rope or Chain
Normally, a foal or calf is born head and forelimbs first. Even in a correct position, a birth arrest or at least a significant slowdown can occur. In such cases, an obstetric rope or birth chain is looped around one or both forelimbs.
With the contractions of the mare or cow, a veterinarian can then apply a gentle pull caudally and ventrally. It is particularly important to pull carefully and not during the resting phases between contractions. The birth chain with 2 intermediate links from Hauptner & Herberholz is ideal for active obstetric assistance in large animals. It is attached over the fetlocks of calves or foals and, despite its firm hold, does not constrict.
The nylon obstetric rope is boilable and therefore represents a hygienic and suitable tool. The flat nylon obstetric rope is a safe alternative compared to conventional ropes, providing a firm pull without injuring the young animal's skin.
Blunt and Pointed Eye Hooks
Also included among the instruments for large animal obstetrics are blunt and pointed eye hooks. These are used for the correction of head malpositions and the fixation of the head during the extraction of fetuses. To reduce the risk of injury, the pointed hooks should only be used on deceased fetuses. Additionally, the pulling forces should only be applied to the limbs that are likewise secured.
The Harms Eye Hook is a birth hook used in large animal deliveries. It serves as an aid to correct head malpositions and to fix the head during extraction.
High-quality, durable instruments for large animal obstetrics are available in this category. If you have any questions about the individual products, please contact our customer service by email, phone, or live chat.