A sheep ear notcher is a tool used by farmers to easily identify their sheep. With this tool, each sheep is marked with a unique marking, avoiding confusion and making it easier to track the animals.

Tasks of the Sheep Ear Notcher

• Identification: A different notch for each flock of sheep pattern is applied to identify it as a herd.
• Record Keeping: Date of birth, breed of notched sheep, Information such as health status is recorded and the life cycle of animals is monitored.
• Herd Management: Large herds facilitate the control and management of animals.

Working Principle of the Sheep Ear Notcher

Sheep ear notchers are stainless steel tools with nozzles of different sizes and shapes. These nozzles take a small piece of the sheep's ear and create a specific notch. The location and shape of the notches are made according to a predetermined code.

Advantages of the Sheep Ear Notcher

• Cheap and Practical: It is more economical than other identification methods.
• Permanent: Once applied, the notch is permanent for life.
• Fast: Even in large herds it is possible to mark all animals in a short time.
• Less Harmful tothe Animal: When used correctly , it does not cause much harm to the animal.