Sheep flock isolation device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a flock isolation device which comprises a black net or black cloth, two supporting rods and universal hooks, and the black net or black cloth has impact resistance. The two supporting rods are respectively connected with a pair of parallel side edges of the black net or the black cloth; the two ends of each telescopic rod are provided with universal hooks respectively, one ends of the two telescopic rods are fixed to the upper portion and the lower portion of the sheepfold fence through the universal hooks respectively, then the black net or the black cloth can be unfolded after the other ends of the telescopic rods are pulled, and finally the flock of sheep can be driven to one corner of the sheepfold under the driving effect of the black net or the black cloth to be isolated and fixed. According to the sheep flock isolation device, the characteristics that Hu sheep are small in character and fear of black are utilized, because the Hu sheep fear of black, the black net or the black cloth looks like a black wall after being unfolded, when a worker uses the isolation device to drive the sheep, the sheep can gradually gather towards one corner of a sheep pen, at the moment, the sheep flock is prevented from running around, and the sheep flock is prevented from being damaged. The stress reaction of the sheep flock is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of livestock management equipment, specifically relating to a sheep flock isolation device. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of animal husbandry, restraint refers to the process of fixing or confining animals to a certain location for various examinations, treatments or other operations. In the large-scale breeding of modern Hu sheep, it is necessary to regularly tag the sheep with ears, shear their wool, collect blood and vaccinate them, etc. This process requires the Hu sheep to be separated into groups and restrained.

[0003] When taming the Hu sheep in the pen, each sheep needs to be individually restrained. Currently, the process involves first herding the sheep into a corner of the pen, then using a movable fence to further restrict their movement. Workers then use their hands and bodies to restrain the sheep. However, when using herding and fencing to isolate and tame the sheep, they often become frightened and run around the pen, sometimes even causing trampling and injuries. This stress response puts immense pressure on the sheep, severely impacting their reproductive performance, especially increasing the risk of miscarriage for pregnant ewes. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a sheep isolation device that solves the problem that isolating and protecting Hu sheep in sheepfolds can easily cause a large stress response in the flock.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by this utility model is a sheep flock isolation device, comprising:

[0006] Black netting or black cloth, which is impact-resistant;

[0007] Two support rods, each connected to a pair of parallel sides of a black net or black cloth;

[0008] Universal hooks are installed at both ends of each support rod. After the black net or black cloth is unfolded, it can isolate a space in a corner of the sheepfold, and the sheep can be restrained after being isolated in this space.

[0009] Multiple hooks are set on a pair of parallel sides of the black net or black cloth. The support rods are telescopic rods, and each support rod is equipped with multiple hanging rings corresponding to the hooks. The two support rods are connected to the two sides of the black net or black cloth through the corresponding hanging rings and hooks.

[0010] The support rod is a telescopic rod.

[0011] The telescopic rod includes a hollow first rod, a second rod slidably sleeved on the first rod, a first groove provided on the side wall of the first rod, and multiple hanging rings slidably disposed in the first groove. The second rod is also provided with a second groove corresponding to the first groove, and multiple hanging rings are slidably disposed in the second groove respectively.

[0012] Multiple sliders are slidably arranged in both the first and second slide grooves, and multiple hanging rings are slidably connected to the first and second slide grooves through the sliders.

[0013] The black net or black cloth is woven from high-strength Kevlar fibers.

[0014] One of the support rods is also equipped with a counterweight.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0016] This utility model discloses a sheep isolation device. After unfolding a black net or cloth, the sheep can be driven to a corner of the sheepfold for isolation and restraint. This sheep isolation device utilizes the timid nature and fear of black of the Hu sheep. Because Hu sheep are afraid of black, the unfolded black net or cloth resembles a black wall. When workers use this isolation device to drive the sheep, they will gradually gather in a corner of the sheepfold, forming a close and stable group. The sheep crowd together, making large-scale movement less likely, thus preventing the flock from scattering and reducing stress response. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is an overall schematic diagram of a sheep flock isolation device according to this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a detailed drawing of a sheep flock isolation device according to this utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This is another schematic diagram of a sheep flock isolation device according to this utility model.

[0020] In the picture, 1. Black net or black cloth, 2. Hook, 3. Support rod, 4. Hanging ring, 5. Universal hook, 6. First rod, 7. Second rod. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. The following embodiments are only used to more clearly illustrate the technical solution of the present invention and should not be construed as limiting the protection scheme of the present invention.

[0022] In the field of animal husbandry, restraint refers to the process of fixing or confining animals to a certain location for various examinations, treatments or other operations. In the large-scale breeding of modern Hu sheep, it is necessary to regularly tag the sheep with ears, shear their wool, collect blood and vaccinate them, etc. This process requires the Hu sheep to be separated into groups and restrained.

[0023] When taming the Hu sheep in the pen, each sheep needs to be individually restrained. Currently, the process involves first herding the sheep into a corner of the pen, then using a movable fence to further restrict their movement. Workers then use their hands and bodies to restrain the sheep. However, when using herding and fencing to isolate and tame the sheep, they often become frightened and run around the pen, sometimes even causing trampling and injuries. This stress response puts immense pressure on the sheep, severely impacting their reproductive performance, especially increasing the risk of miscarriage for pregnant ewes.

[0024] This utility model discloses a sheep flock isolation device, such as Figures 1-3 As shown, it includes: a black net or black cloth 1, two support rods 3, and universal hooks 5. The black net or black cloth 1 has a rectangular structure and is impact-resistant. The two support rods 3 are connected to a pair of parallel sides of the black net or black cloth 1. Each telescopic rod 3 has universal hooks at both ends. The universal hooks 5 fix one end of the two telescopic rods 3 to the upper and lower parts of the sheep pen fence, respectively. After pulling the other end of the telescopic rod 3, the black net or black cloth 1 can be unfolded. Finally, under the driving force of the black net or black cloth 1, the sheep can be driven to a corner of the sheep pen for isolation and restraint.

[0025] The sheep isolation device disclosed in this utility model allows sheep to be driven to a corner of the sheepfold for isolation and restraint after the black net or black cloth 1 is unfolded. This sheep isolation device utilizes the characteristics of Hu sheep, which are timid and afraid of the black color. Because Hu sheep are afraid of the black color, the unfolded black net or black cloth 1 resembles a black wall. When workers use this isolation device to drive the sheep, they will gradually gather in a corner of the sheepfold, forming a close and stable group. The sheep crowd each other, making it less likely for large-scale movements to occur, thus preventing the sheep from running away and reducing the stress response of the sheep.

[0026] Furthermore, the black net or black cloth 1 is woven from high-strength Kevlar fiber. The black net or black cloth 1 is woven into a mesh structure. High-strength Kevlar fiber is an aramid composite material developed by DuPont, USA, characterized by its extremely high strength, making it suitable for isolating sheep flocks. In practice, black shade netting or black cloth can also be used directly.

[0027] To accommodate different sheep sizes or flock sizes, the black net or cloth 1 is equipped with multiple hooks 2 on a pair of parallel sides. The support rods 3 are telescopic, each with multiple hanging rings 4 corresponding to the hooks 2. Both support rods 3 are connected to the two sides of the black net or cloth 1 via the corresponding hanging rings 4 and hooks 2. Therefore, if the sheepfold is large or the flock is large, a larger corner area is needed, requiring an increased area for the black net or cloth 1. By controlling the length of the telescopic rods 3, the area of ​​the black net or cloth 1 can be increased. Specifically, the telescopic rod 3 disclosed in this embodiment includes a hollow first rod 6, with a second rod 7 slidably mounted on it. A first groove is provided on the side wall of the first rod 6, and multiple hanging rings 4 are slidably disposed within the first groove. The second rod 7 also has a second groove corresponding to the first groove, with multiple hanging rings 4 slidably disposed within the second groove. When adjusting the area of ​​the black net or black cloth 1, pull out the second rod 7 and stretch the total length of the first rod 6 and the second rod 7 to a suitable length. Then, evenly distribute the multiple hanging rings 4 in the first and second grooves on the first rod 6 and the second rod 7. After that, fold the black net or black cloth 1 to a suitable size, and then connect the hooks on the black net or black cloth to the hanging rings on the first rod 6 and the second rod 7. After that, the first rod 6 and the second rod 7 can be adjusted to the required size.

[0028] In order to allow the hanging rings to slide freely along the support rod, the first and second slide grooves disclosed in this embodiment are slidably provided with multiple sliders, and the multiple hanging rings 4 are slidably connected to the first and second slide grooves through the sliders.

[0029] In order to allow the black net or black cloth 1 to be stretched when it is unfolded, a counterweight is also provided on one of the support rods. When the black net or black cloth 1 is unfolded, the support rod with the counterweight is located on the lower side, and the black net or black cloth 1 can be stretched flat under the action of the counterweight.

[0030] The specific method of using the sheep isolation device disclosed in this utility model is as follows: For example, when vaccinating a flock of sheep, generally two veterinarians enter the sheep pen. One person hangs the two support rods at one end of the isolation device on the steel pipe of the fence, while the other person pulls the other end of the device. Depending on the size of the sheep pen, the device is stretched to open the black net. At this time, because sheep are afraid of the black color, they see the black net as a wall. With the help of the staff, the flock will gather in a corner of the sheep pen. Then, the staff will fix the other end of the telescopic rod to the fence of the sheep pen. After that, the flock of sheep is fixed in one corner. At this time, the veterinarians can restrain the sheep and start vaccinating them. In summary, the isolation device of this utility model can easily isolate a flock of sheep in the small space of the sheep pen, making it convenient for managers to operate on the flock and individual sheep. Moreover, through practical application in production, this isolation device can significantly improve work efficiency and reduce the workload and intensity of operators.

[0031] The sheep isolation device disclosed in this utility model has the following advantages:

[0032] 1. The size of the black net or black cloth can be flexibly adjusted according to the size of the sheepfold and the number of sheep, using a telescopic support rod, so that the actual area of ​​the black net or black cloth can be adjusted to adapt to different sheepfold sizes and sheep numbers.

[0033] 2. Sturdiness: The universal hook can be connected to the sheep pen fence, ensuring that it is not easily loosened or shifted during the isolation process;

[0034] 3. Convenient to use: The actual usable area of ​​the black net or black cloth 1 can be adjusted by adjusting the telescopic support rod. In addition, the universal hook makes it easy to fix the unfolded black net or black cloth 1 to the sheep pen fence. After use, the fixing tube can be shortened and the black net can be rolled up on the first rod for easy storage and space-saving placement.

[0035] The embodiments described above are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model. The protection scope of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any simple changes or equivalent substitutions of the technical solutions that can be obviously obtained by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this utility model shall fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A sheep flock isolation device, characterized in that, include: Black netting or black cloth (1) has impact resistance; Two support rods (3), the two support rods (3) are respectively connected to a pair of parallel sides of the black net or black cloth (1); Universal hook (5), each of the two ends of the support rod (3) is provided with the universal hook (5). After the black net or black cloth (1) is unfolded, the black net or black cloth (1) can isolate a space in a corner of the sheep pen. After the sheep are isolated in the space, they can be restrained.

2. The sheep flock isolation device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The black net or black cloth (1) has multiple hooks (2) on its two parallel sides. Each support rod (3) has multiple hanging rings (4) corresponding to the hooks (2). The two support rods (3) are connected to the two sides of the black net or black cloth (1) through the corresponding hanging rings (4) and hooks (2).

3. A sheep flock isolation device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The support rod (3) is a telescopic rod.

4. A sheep flock isolation device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The support rod (3) includes a hollow first rod (6), on which a second rod (7) is slidably sleeved. A first groove is provided on the side wall of the first rod (6), and multiple hanging rings (4) are slidably disposed in the first groove. A second groove corresponding to the first groove is also provided on the second rod (7), and multiple hanging rings (4) are slidably disposed in the second groove respectively.

5. A sheep flock isolation device according to claim 4, characterized in that, Multiple sliders are slidably arranged in both the first and second slide grooves, and multiple hanging rings (4) are slidably connected to the first and second slide grooves through the sliders.

6. A sheep flock isolation device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The black net or black cloth (1) is woven from high-strength Kevlar fiber.

7. A sheep flock isolation device according to claim 1, characterized in that, One of the support rods (3) is also equipped with a counterweight.

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