Choosing a Brush for Cows

Cow husbandry requires the application of effective technologies; otherwise, problems arise with animal productivity and health. Brushes for cows — one of the simple yet effective devices that allow proper care for them. Their usefulness has been proven through practical application.

Why are brushes for cows needed?

The productivity of cattle largely depends on the condition of their skin and coat. Brushing animals with a brush is an essential condition for proper care. This procedure:

— removes insects and parasites bothering the animals;
— solves hygiene issues by removing old hair and dirt;
— stimulates blood circulation, stimulates the work of sebaceous and sweat glands, improves skin respiration, which contributes to strengthening cow health;
— calms animals, reduces stress due to the massaging effect and removal of dirt and parasites.

When grazing freely, cows usually scratch themselves against trees and other vertical objects. Animals living in stalls do not have such an opportunity. Due to discomfort, cows become anxious, move chaotically, and kick. They try to scratch themselves against surrounding surfaces, may damage equipment in the cowshed or injure each other.

Solving these problems is easy — simply install cattle brushes. The results of their operation are noticeable quickly: cows will be healthy, calm, and clean. Their productivity will increase.

Which brushes to buy?

On the market, you can find various models of cattle brushes. The optimal choice is the pendulum brush, which changes its direction of rotation after each massage and cleaning procedure. Thanks to this feature, the brush retains its original shape throughout long-term use, without changing. Maintaining the brush’s shape ensures optimal massage and cleaning processes throughout its entire usage period. This positively affects the well-being of each animal in the herd.

The most comfortable brush for animals is one with spiral bristles. They provide the animal with maximum comfort and effectively remove dust and causes of itching. Modern brushes combine rotational and oscillatory movements. In a properly designed brush, the right balance is created between backward pressure and oscillatory movements. This allows the best possible removal of dirt and hair from the animal’s head.

Comfort and effectiveness of massage and cleaning are also achieved through the combination of stiff and soft bristles in the brush. Such a combination ensures maximum comfort for cows and removal of hair and dirt.

The most popular brushes are those that activate upon light contact with them. In such models, the motor starts immediately after the brush touches the animal’s head. Safety of the node is ensured by overload protection devices.

Installing the brush does not require special skills, and its installation is within the capability of one person. It is important to choose a modern model with bristles of varying stiffness, changing direction. Such a brush will be liked by cows and ensure proper care for them.