A Little About Green Weaners

I have had some questions about the weaner clips that we use for our calves.

Ours happen to be a green color while the newer version is a nice bright yellow that is easier to spot both on the calves and when we are trying to locate them in the cow cupboard. When we first bought the weaning clips we ordered ten of them so we could wean ten calves at a time. Over the course of at least eight years, we broke one when the plastic became brittle and one when we dropped it on the ground and drove over it (I would say bright yellow is a great choice). Needless to say, they are very durable.

These cool little nose clips are easy to insert without any discomfort for the calf. Once inserted a small wing nut ensures that the clips stay in place. The calves are unable to nurse while the clips are in but they are able to eat grain, apples, and drink water with ease. The cows are able to dry up from not being nursed while they are right next to their baby, the mother can comfort her baby by licking and close contact.

The result is no bellowing from the cows or the calves, no pacing, jumping or running through fences. No animals in distress and no need to play loud music in an effort to drown out all the crying from both sides of the river. This is the only way we wean now, it has made for a smooth transition for the cattle and humans alike.

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