Western Isles WIA – New Castration & Tail Docking Techniques

A potential game changer for sheep on the common and hill?

It’s very tricky to castrate and tail lambs within 7 days, unless lambs are born inbye. Could two new techniques, that allow castration and tailing up to 3 months of age, not only reduce pain levels in lambs, but allow better and easier management on commons and hills?

Join us to hear from vet Ealasaid Dick, as well as both a local and mainland crofter who have been using some of the alternative methods currently available. We will hear how they work in practice, while comparing labour and cost to the conventional rubber ring.

Results for different folk have been mixed, so the event will be a good place to learn more about both the opportunities and challenges of using these new systems.

Food and refreshments will be provided so booking is essential.