{"title":"Ram Harnesses","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRam harnesses for professional tupping management and breeding records\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuccessfully managing your breeding season is the foundation of a profitable lambing schedule. Our selection of \u003cstrong\u003eRam Harnesses\u003c\/strong\u003e has been engineered to provide sheep farmers with a secure, highly reliable method to monitor tupping activity and track serviced ewes. Designed to fit comfortably and stay in position during vigorous activity, these harnesses hold marking crayons securely, allowing you to identify exact mating windows and predict lambing dates accurately. Complete your sheep breeding program by pairing your harnesses with our compliant \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.onlineforequine.co.uk\/collections\/sheep-ear-tags\"\u003esheep ear tags\u003c\/a\u003e, and browse our wider \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.onlineforequine.co.uk\/collections\/sheep-equipment\"\u003esheep equipment\u003c\/a\u003e collection for all your flock needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe benefits of using a ram harness during tupping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithout a reliable marking system, identifying which ewes have been successfully mated—or recognizing if your ram is infertile—is nearly impossible until scanning day. Using a durable Ram Harness equipped with a colorful raddle crayon allows you to manage breeding records precisely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the ram mounts a ewe, the crayon leaves a highly visible color mark on her rump. By changing the crayon color every 14 to 17 days (the length of a ewe's estrus cycle), you can easily see which ewes have successfully settled and which are returning to the ram, giving you early warning of potential ram fertility issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing the right harness for your rams\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo ensure your rams can work comfortably without distraction, choose a harness built with their welfare in mind:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNylon Anti-Chafe Harnesses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly popular for their lightweight durability and soft, wide webbing straps. They feature anti-friction buckles that prevent painful sores on the ram's chest and flanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeather Ram Harnesses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional, robust, and highly conforming. Leather harnesses naturally soften over time, providing a highly secure and custom fit for larger, heavy-breed tups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecure Crayon Retention:\u003c\/strong\u003e Look for harnesses with split-pin or quick-lock crayon systems to prevent marking crayons from falling out in rough, bushy grazing fields.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 15px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHarness Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eKey Benefit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNylon Anti-Chafe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eResistant to rot and wet weather; easy to adjust.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eActive rams in humid, wet, or muddy conditions.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Leather\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eExtremely durable; molds perfectly to the ram's body shape.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLarge commercial rams and heavy, powerful tups.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions about ram harnesses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow tightly should a ram harness be fitted?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe harness should be snug but comfortable. You should be able to slide two fingers flat under any of the straps. Check the ram's chest and legs daily during the first week of tupping to ensure no chafing is occurring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I change the tupping crayon color?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend changing crayon colors every 14 to 17 days. Always start with lighter colors (e.g., yellow) and move to darker colors (e.g., blue, red) so subsequent matings are clearly visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre crayons temperature-rated?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Tupping crayons are formulated for different weather conditions (cold, mild, and hot). Using a cold-weather crayon in warm weather will cause it to wear down too rapidly, while a hot-weather crayon in cold conditions will not mark the ewe clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShop durable ram harnesses online\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake the guesswork out of your lambing season with our selection of reliable, anti-chafe Ram Harnesses. Online for Equine is committed to helping UK shepherds maximize flock productivity with quality gear, fast dispatch, and excellent customer service. Complete your breeding setup today by exploring our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.onlineforequine.co.uk\/collections\/sheep-ear-tags\"\u003esheep ear tags\u003c\/a\u003e, health-oriented \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.onlineforequine.co.uk\/collections\/sheep-drenchers\"\u003esheep drenchers\u003c\/a\u003e, and complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.onlineforequine.co.uk\/collections\/sheep-equipment\"\u003esheep equipment\u003c\/a\u003e ranges.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mastermark-all-temperature-ram-crayons","title":"Mastermark All Temperature Ram Crayons","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlended wax crayon bonded to a universal size plastic holder, which fits most makes of harness and gives a bright mark, removable by scouring, for use in the temperature range +4 degree C to +22 degree C.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mastermark","offers":[{"title":"Red","offer_id":54917226496376,"sku":"TRI-mmK0001","price":4.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue","offer_id":54917508104568,"sku":"TRI-mmK0002","price":4.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green","offer_id":54917508137336,"sku":"TRI-mmK0003","price":4.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Orange","offer_id":54917508170104,"sku":"TRI-mmK0004","price":4.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black","offer_id":54917508202872,"sku":"TRI-mmK0005","price":4.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yellow","offer_id":54917508235640,"sku":"TRI-mmK0006","price":4.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/3169\/6226\/files\/Mastermark-All-Temperature-Ram-Crayons_-Online-For-Equine-14183889.jpg?v=1764968269"},{"product_id":"triamvet-ram-harness-deluxe-anti-chafe","title":"Triamvet Ram Harness Deluxe Anti-Chafe","description":"\u003cp\u003eFully adjustable ram harness. 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