Animal husbandry – Confining or housing – Pen or rack
Patent
1997-06-25
1999-07-20
Carone, Michael J.
Animal husbandry
Confining or housing
Pen or rack
119519, A01K 2900
Patent
active
059243856
ABSTRACT:
A transportable enclosure for restraining a cow during the birth of a calf, while giving a veterinarian free access to the rear of the cow, without clamping the neck or sides of the cow. A left, right and front gates are provided which swing open to release the cow. A nursing gate is provided to allow access to the cow by the calf for nursing after the birth. A cesarean section gate is also provided to allow access to the cow's abdomen for performing a C-section while the cow is restrained in the birthing pen. A pulling and lifting system is provided for assisting in pulling the calf from the cow and in lifting the calf off of the ground to drain mucous from the mouth, nose and lungs.
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Bergin James S.
Carone Michael J.
Dykas Frank J.
Shaver Robert L.
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