{"title":"Calving aids \u0026 calving drinks","description":"\u003cp\u003eCalving ropes and calving drinks are together here: Vink calving ropes in nylon and Multilon, calf pullers and Excellent calving drinks for the cow straight after birth. That way, one order covers what belongs in your calving kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCalving rope: nylon or Multilon\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA nylon calving rope is smooth, strong and easy to clean. Vink's Multilon rope comes in a blue and a red version, so you can keep two legs apart while pulling. Boil or disinfect ropes after every use and store them dry, so they are ready for next time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen to add a calf puller\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eVersion\u003c\/th\u003e\u003cth\u003eSuitable if\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eVink Veeverlosser 180 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eyour calving pen has limited space behind the cow\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eVink Veeverlosser 200 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eyou have more room and want a longer stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eLeg-by-leg 180 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eyou want to pull one leg at a time, alternating\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse a calf puller calmly and only in rhythm with the cow's contractions. If the calf is badly presented or the birth does not progress, leave it to the vet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCalving drink for the fresh cow\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent Afkalf Drank comes in a 500 g tub and as Afkalf Drank +. You dissolve it in lukewarm water and offer it to the cow shortly after calving; many cows drink it eagerly. If a cow will not drink by herself, you can give it with a cow drencher. Calving drink is a complementary feed, not a treatment for milk fever.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLubricant, shoulder-length gloves and ketosis test strips are in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/calving\"\u003ethe full calving range\u003c\/a\u003e. For giving drinks, go to \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cattle-drenching\"\u003ecow drenchers and drench guns\u003c\/a\u003e; for the newborn calf, see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/calf-rearing\"\u003ecalf rearing\u003c\/a\u003e, and for everything else, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cattle-supplies\"\u003ethe cattle section\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much water do I use for calving drink?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFollow the amount stated on the pack; it differs per product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I reuse a calving rope?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, if you clean it thoroughly after every use and store it dry. Replace a rope that is fraying.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if the cow will not drink the calving drink?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThen you can give the drink with a cow drencher. If the cow is lying down a lot or eating poorly, call the vet.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"excellent-afkalf-drank","title":"Excellent Calving Drink +","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasty calving drink mix with live yeast, packed with energy and nutrients. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eExcellent Fresh Cow Drink + is a complementary feed for dairy and beef cows, given immediately after calving. The tasty mix contains energy, minerals, vitamins and live yeast (probiotics) to support the cow after calving for an optimal start to lactation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExcellent Fresh Cow Drink +:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eis a tasty drink mix that is easily absorbed;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eis enriched with essential vitamins, minerals and trace elements;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewith live yeast \u003cem\u003e(Saccharomyces\u003c\/em\u003e cerevisiae) to support rumen function;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003econtains dextrose (grape sugar), an easily absorbed source of energy;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esupports the cow immediately after calving and during the start of lactation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eUse for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFreshly calved dairy and beef cows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding advice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive immediately after calving. Fill a bucket with 10 litres of warm (40°C) water and dissolve 1 sachet in it. 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And after an effort, a recovery period is needed. To make that recovery period go as smoothly as possible, always give Calving Drink after calving. Calving Drink is the super-tasty energy drink for an optimal start to lactation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalving Drink is a tasty energy drink with extra vitamins, minerals and trace elements;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalving Drink is a complementary feed for individual administration to freshly calved dairy and beef cows;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalving Drink helps maintain good gut health, resistance and fertility;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalving Drink contains dextrose (grape sugar), an easily absorbed source of energy;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalving Drink stimulates feed intake after birth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFreshly calved cattle (dairy or beef) or sheep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding advice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDissolve 500 g (1 sachet) in 15-20 l of lukewarm water (25-30°C) and offer it to the cow immediately after calving. 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This helps support rumen function and the production of vitamin B12.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe beneficial properties of Calbal Plus for dairy cattle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• For an immediate calcium supplement\u003cbr\u003e• Contains magnesium, which is important for calcium metabolism\u003cbr\u003e• Contains niacin, which is important for energy supply\u003cbr\u003e• Contains cobalt to support rumen function and the production of vitamin B12\u003cbr\u003e• Contains vitamin B complex to stimulate metabolism\u003cbr\u003e• Contains a high proportion of palatable energy\u003cbr\u003e• Contains vitamin D3 to release calcium from the bones and absorb it from the intestines\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding advice\u003c\/strong\u003e200 ml Calbal Plus just before and, if necessary, 200 ml just after calving. 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