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Ram Shields

Protect animals and yourself



Rams can injure each other during breeding season. The Ram Shield is so effective in subduing belligerent rams that it surprises first time "users" (both the ram and the shepherd).

Ram Shields are used to block the ram's forward vision--which prevents rams from charging humans or other rams. Side vision is not affected so the rams can still eat, graze, breed and drink. We use shields only as needed and remove them when the fight "urge" is over.

Two versions, 2 sizes in each style. Horned shields fit over the horns. Polled shields rely on the ears and head shape to hold its position.

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ITEM # DESCRIPTION AVAIL. WEIGHT PRICE QTY
505800 Polled Ram Shield, small In Stock 0.60 $17.00
505900 Horned Ram Shield, small In Stock 0.60 $17.00
506000 Polled Ram Shield, large In Stock 0.80 $17.00
506200 Horned Ram Shield, large In Stock 0.80 $17.00

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Specs

Which size shield does your ram need?
See below to determine the size needed. It refers to adult, full-grown rams. The heads of ram lambs are smaller than adults--so a size smaller than shown might work better for them.

Small--Cheviot, Finn, IceLandic, Katadin, Navajo Churro, Romanov and Shetland.
Large--Border Leicester, Columbia, Corriedale, Dorper, Dorset, Hampshire, Lincoln Longwool, Montadale, Polypay, Rambouillet, Romney, Southdown, Suffolk, Targhee, Texel and Tunis.
Benefits

The Ram Shield protects the animals and people from getting hurt. The shield can be adjusted to fit individuals and it comes in different sizes.
How to Use

See PDF above for additional information.

Horned Ram Shield:

  1. Lay ram shield against the ram's face, (Premier logo at bottom, facing out).
  2. Thread top straps through loops on each side of shield.
  3. Fasten buckles around chin and around throat and pull straps very snug.

Polled Ram Shield:
  1. Thread top strap through loop on each side of shield, to form a space for the ram's ear to fit through.
  2. Place shield (with Premier logo at bottom, facing out) against the ram's face.
  3. Insert ears into spaces between straps.
  4. Fasten buckles around chin and around throat, and pull straps very snug.

Cutting the shield
Getting a good fit is not always easy, because every ram's head is different. A shield can be adjusted and modified (shown in "See More Photos) within limits. The depth that you cut will depend on how wide your particular ram's head is.

Our serrated (#750900) and ARS foot trimmer (#769500) work well for cutting the leather. Remember: Start small with your cuts, and then increase if the eyes are still blocked from the side. You want to block the forward vision, not the side vision.
Precautions

Warning: Never trust a ram. Intact adult male animals simply are not predictable. So never turn your back on even the most friendly ram. Teach your children to be very cautious around them. The risk of serious human injury from rams is not small. The editor of a leading farm magazine turned his back on a ram he'd owned without incident for years. Suddenly the ram hit him from behind and knocked him off his feet. He broke both wrists when he reached out to catch himself.

Foot Trimming and Care
Serrated Foot Trimmer
Item # 750900 - In Stock
$21.00
Best hand trimmer (in value, ability and quality) for large hooves. Precision-ground fine serrations slice through hooves with minimal effort and no slippage.
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