A device for assisting early weaning of lambs

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of breeding equipment discloses a lamb early weaning auxiliary device, include: protection sleeve, the front end of protection sleeve is equipped with the empty slot, the baffle is arranged in the empty slot, the baffle and protection sleeve all are equipped with a plurality of through -holes, and still be equipped with a plurality of blocking convex edges on the baffle, the rear end of protection sleeve is equipped with the ring -shaped frame, the circumferential side of ring -shaped frame is equipped with ring -shaped guide rail, a plurality of moving blocks are slidably arranged on the ring -shaped guide rail, the binding rope and locking rod are equipped on the moving block, the locking rod penetrates moving block and one end contacts ring -shaped guide rail, the rear end of ring -shaped frame is equipped with the buffer pad. The combination of baffle and blocking convex edge effectively prevents lamb from sucking breast milk, and the through -hole guarantees that forage water is normally taken in, realizes the weaning effect of " physical separation lactation, does not influence the feeding", solves the problem that lamb suckles at will in traditional enclosure, and it is convenient for ranch precise control weaning process.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of breeding equipment technology, specifically to an auxiliary device for early weaning of lambs. Background Technology

[0002] In recent years, my country's sheep farming industry has developed significantly. However, research and application of breeding techniques for lambs, which are the reserve force for the entire sheep industry, are still insufficient. How to wean, when to wean, and how to feed and manage lambs after weaning to promote their later development still require further research and exploration.

[0003] In most pastures, lambs are typically kept in enclosures with their mothers. This arrangement allows lambs to access milk at any time, which can hinder the use of milk replacer and precise control of the weaning process. In grazing systems, lambs following their mothers also present challenges in controlling the weaning process. To overcome these challenges, ranchers may need to implement special management measures. For example, they can separate lambs from their mothers and feed them milk replacer at set times to promote adaptation to solid food and gradually reduce their intake of mother's milk. Furthermore, phased weaning can reduce stress in lambs while ensuring they receive adequate nutrition. In grazing systems, mobile fences or temporary enclosures can be used to temporarily separate lambs from their mothers to control the weaning process. These methods allow ranchers to manage the weaning process more effectively and ensure the healthy growth of lambs.

[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need for an early weaning aid for lambs to solve the problem of difficult-to-control weaning of lambs. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of this, the present invention proposes an early weaning assistance device for lambs, which aims to solve the problem of difficulty in controlling the weaning of lambs.

[0006] This utility model provides an early weaning assistance device for lambs, comprising: A protective sleeve has a slot at its front end, a baffle is installed in the slot, and both the baffle and the protective sleeve have multiple through holes. The baffle also has multiple blocking protrusions. The rear end of the protective sleeve is provided with a ring frame, and the periphery of the ring frame is provided with a ring guide rail. Multiple moving blocks are slidably arranged on the ring guide rail. Each moving block is provided with a binding rope and a locking rod. The locking rod passes through the moving block and one end contacts the ring guide rail. The rear end of the ring frame is provided with a cushioning pad.

[0007] To facilitate assembly of the baffle, the present invention is improved by embedding the baffle into the interior of the slot and threading it into the slot.

[0008] To facilitate the disassembly of the movable block, the present invention includes an improvement in that the movable block is provided with a limiting groove through which an annular guide rail passes, the annular guide rail has a T-shaped cross-section, and the lower end of the annular guide rail has an opening.

[0009] To improve the comfort of the protective sleeve during use, the present invention includes an improvement in that multiple buffer strips are arranged around the inner wall of the protective sleeve.

[0010] Furthermore, an improvement of this utility model is that the buffer pad is a rubber buffer pad and the buffer strip is a rubber buffer strip.

[0011] Furthermore, an improvement of this utility model is that the protective sleeve, the blocking ridge, the ring frame, and the ring guide rail are integrated into a single structure.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: Precise weaning control: The combination of baffles and blocking ridges effectively prevents lambs from suckling their mother's milk, while the openings ensure normal intake of forage and water, achieving a weaning effect of "physically blocking breastfeeding without affecting feed intake." This solves the problem of lambs suckling at will in traditional pen-raising and makes it easier for farms to precisely control the weaning process. Adjustable and comfortable to wear: The sliding structure of the ring guide rail and moving block can adjust the position of the binding rope according to the lamb's head circumference, adapting to the growth needs of lambs of different ages; the rubber material of the cushioning pad and cushioning strip is both elastic and wear-resistant, reducing skin friction damage. Attached Figure Description

[0013] Various other advantages and benefits will become apparent to those skilled in the art upon reading the following detailed description of preferred embodiments. The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention. Furthermore, the same reference numerals denote the same parts throughout the drawings. In the drawings: Figure 1 This is a first-view perspective three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a second-view perspective three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention; Figure 3 This utility model Figure 1 The main view; Figure 4 This utility model Figure 1 A magnified schematic diagram of the local structure at point A; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the opening of the protective sleeve in this utility model; Figure 6 This is a plan view of the annular guide rail in this utility model; In the diagram: 1. Protective sleeve; 2. Hollow groove; 3. Baffle; 4. Blocking protrusion; 5. Ring frame; 6. Ring guide rail; 7. Moving block; 8. Binding rope; 9. Limiting groove; 10. Locking rod; 11. Buffer pad; 12. Buffer strip; 13. Through hole. Detailed Implementation

[0014] The specific embodiments of this utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The following examples are used to illustrate this utility model, but are not intended to limit the scope of this utility model.

[0015] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.

[0016] The terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this application, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0017] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0018] In recent years, my country's sheep farming industry has experienced significant development. However, research and application of breeding techniques for lambs, an important reserve resource in sheep production, still need to be strengthened. The timing and method of weaning lambs, as well as post-weaning feeding management, are beneficial to their later development, and this requires further research and exploration. In most pastures, lambs are usually kept in pens with their ewes, which allows them to suckle milk at any time, making it difficult to use milk replacer and precisely control the weaning process. In grazing systems, because lambs follow their ewes, it is also difficult to control the weaning process.

[0019] In view of this, the present invention proposes an early weaning assistance device for lambs, which aims to solve the problem of difficulty in controlling the weaning of lambs.

[0020] Please see Figures 1-6 The present invention provides an early weaning assistance device for lambs, including a protective sleeve 1. The front end of the protective sleeve 1 is provided with a groove 2. A baffle 3 is provided in the groove 2. Both the baffle 3 and the protective sleeve 1 are provided with multiple through holes 13, and the baffle 3 is also provided with multiple blocking protrusions 4. The rear end of the protective sleeve 1 is provided with a ring frame 5, and the periphery of the ring frame 5 is provided with a ring guide rail 6. Multiple moving blocks 7 are slidably arranged on the ring guide rail 6. The moving blocks 7 are provided with a binding rope 8 and a locking rod 10. The locking rod 10 passes through the moving blocks 7 and one end contacts the ring guide rail 6. The baffle 3 is embedded inside the slot 2 and is threadedly connected to the slot 2.

[0021] The protective sleeve 1, the blocking ridge 4, the ring frame 5, and the ring guide rail 6 are an integrated structure.

[0022] Weaning protection mechanism: When a lamb attempts to lower its head to suckle at the ewe's teat, the baffle 3 at the front end of the protective sleeve 1 moves closer to the ewe's udder as the lamb's mouth moves. The obstructing ridges 4 on the baffle 3 first compress the teat, causing it to deform. This prevents the teat from passing through the baffle 3 and the through-hole 13 on the protective sleeve 1, thus stopping the suckling behavior. At the same time, feed, water, and other substances can enter the sleeve through the through-hole 13, allowing the lamb to still eat and drink normally. Adjustable fixing structure: The movable block 7 is provided with a limiting groove 9 through which the annular guide rail 6 passes. The annular guide rail 6 has a T-shaped cross section and an opening at its lower end.

[0023] The rear end of the device has a ring-shaped guide rail 6 with a T-shaped cross-section (open at the bottom) around the ring frame 5. The moving block 7 is engaged with the guide rail through the limiting groove 9. When the locking rod 10 is released, the moving block 7 can slide along the guide rail to adjust the binding position of the binding rope 8 (polyester fiber rope) at the lamb's head. Once the position is determined, tighten the locking rod 10, and its end presses against the surface of the guide rail, using friction to fix the moving block 7, so that the binding rope 8 firmly binds the device and prevents it from falling off. Comfort design: The rear end of the ring frame 5 is provided with a buffer pad 11, and multiple buffer strips 12 are arranged around the inner wall of the protective sleeve 1. Both the buffer pad 11 and the buffer strips 12 are made of rubber.

[0024] The buffer strip 12 on the inner wall of the protective sleeve 1 and the buffer pad 11 at the rear end of the ring frame 5 form a double buffer. The buffer strip 12 conforms to the contour of the lamb's mouth, reducing friction between the sleeve and the skin; the buffer pad 11 provides elastic support at the contact point between the device and the lamb's head, reducing the pressure from prolonged wear, and the shock-absorbing properties of the rubber material can reduce the shaking of the device when the lamb moves. Detachable and adjustable features: The baffle 3 is threaded into the slot 2, and baffles 3 with different hole diameters or ridge densities can be replaced according to the age of the lamb to meet the needs of different weaning stages. The T-shaped guide rail has an open design at the bottom, which allows the moving block 7 to be installed or removed from the bottom of the guide rail, which facilitates the assembly and maintenance of the device. At the same time, the open structure does not affect the sliding of the moving block 7 along the guide rail. The integrated protective sleeve 1, ring frame 5, and guide rail (PP plastic) have high structural strength and better anti-biting performance than traditional split designs; the threaded connection of the baffle 3 makes it easy to disassemble and clean, and the T-shaped guide rail opening design makes it easy to assemble and disassemble the moving block 7. The whole set of devices can withstand 80℃ hot water disinfection and is suitable for frequent use in ranches.

[0025] Protective sleeve 1: Made of food-grade PP plastic. Baffle 3: Made of the same PP plastic material as protective sleeve 1. Blocking protrusion 4: integrally formed with protective sleeve 1, made of PP plastic. Circular guide rail 6: with a T-shaped cross section, it is arranged around the perimeter of the circular frame 5, and its material is the same as that of the protective sleeve 1, and it is integrally formed. Moving Block 7: Rectangular structure, made of ABS engineering plastic. Tie rope 8: Made of polyester fiber rope, with metal rings at both ends depending on the actual situation. Buffer pad 11: Made of neoprene rubber with a Shore hardness of 40A, it is attached to the rear end of the ring frame 5. Buffer bar 12: The specific dimensions and materials are the same as above. Through holes 13: evenly distributed at the front end of baffle 3 and protective sleeve 1, with a hole spacing of 10-15mm.

[0026] This invention enables precise weaning control. The combination of the baffle and blocking ridges effectively prevents lambs from suckling at the mother's milk, while the openings ensure normal intake of feed and water, achieving a weaning effect of "physically blocking breastfeeding without affecting feed intake." This solves the problem of lambs suckling indiscriminately in traditional pen-raising, facilitating precise control of the weaning process on farms. It also features adjustable and comfortable wear: the sliding structure of the ring guide rail and moving block allows adjustment of the binding rope position according to the lamb's head circumference, adapting to the growth needs of lambs of different ages; the rubber material of the cushioning pad and cushioning strip combines elasticity and wear resistance, reducing skin friction damage.

[0027] It will be understood by those skilled in the art that the above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A lamb early weaning assistance device, comprising a protective sleeve (1), characterized in that: The front end of the protective sleeve (1) is provided with a slot (2), and a baffle (3) is provided in the slot (2). Both the baffle (3) and the protective sleeve (1) are provided with multiple through holes (13), and the baffle (3) is also provided with multiple blocking protrusions (4). The protective sleeve (1) has a ring frame (5) at its rear end, and a ring guide rail (6) is provided around the ring frame (5). Multiple moving blocks (7) are slidably arranged on the ring guide rail (6). The moving blocks (7) are provided with a binding rope (8) and a locking rod (10). The locking rod (10) passes through the moving blocks (7) and one end contacts the ring guide rail (6). The rear end of the ring frame (5) is provided with a buffer pad (11).

2. The lamb early weaning assistance device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The baffle (3) is embedded inside the slot (2) and is threadedly connected to the slot (2).

3. The lamb early weaning assistance device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The movable block (7) is provided with a limiting groove (9) through which the annular guide rail (6) passes.

4. The lamb early weaning assistance device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The cross-section of the annular guide rail (6) is T-shaped.

5. The early weaning aid device for lambs according to claim 4, characterized in that: The lower end of the annular guide rail (6) is provided with an opening.

6. The early weaning aid device for lambs according to claim 5, characterized in that: Multiple buffer strips (12) are arranged around the inner wall of the protective sleeve (1).

7. The lamb early weaning assistance device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The buffer pad (11) is a rubber buffer pad, and the buffer strip (12) is a rubber buffer strip.

8. The lamb early weaning assistance device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The protective sleeve (1), the blocking ridge (4), the ring frame (5), and the ring guide rail (6) are an integrated structure.

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