Description
Fil Tell Tail Paint – Brush-On Tail Paint for Reliable Heat Detection in Cattle
Fil Tell Tail Paint is an oil-based fluorescent tail paint designed for accurate and efficient heat detection in cattle. With vivid colours and long-lasting performance, it helps farmers easily identify mounting activity and improve breeding success.
Key Features & Benefits
- Oil-based fluorescent formula for high visibility
- Easy brush-on application
- Available in green, blue, red and orange
- Marks can last up to 28 days when applied correctly
- One bottle marks up to 80 animals
- Improves heat detection and breeding efficiency
Why Use Fil Tell Tail Paint?
Effective heat detection is essential for improving conception rates and herd productivity. Fil Tell Tail Paint provides a simple visual system to help identify mounting activity quickly and accurately, reducing the risk of missed heats.
Compared to traditional observation methods, tail paint offers a cost-effective and efficient solution that integrates easily into daily livestock management routines.
How to Apply
- Ensure the tail head area is clean and dry
- Brush on a generous strip of paint along the tail head
- Use consistent colours for tracking if required
- Reapply as necessary depending on activity and weather
Available Colours
Ideal For
- Dairy cattle fertility management
- Beef herd breeding programmes
- AI heat detection systems
- Farmers improving breeding accuracy
Coverage
One bottle of Fil Tell Tail Paint can mark up to 80 animals, making it a cost-effective choice for both small and large herds.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the paint last?
When applied correctly, markings can last up to 28 days depending on weather and animal activity.
Is it suitable for all cattle?
Yes, it can be used on both dairy and beef cattle of all breeds.
Can I use different colours for tracking?
Yes, the four-colour system allows for structured herd management and breeding identification.
Is it easy to apply?
Yes, the brush-on formula is designed for quick and simple application in handling systems.
Delivery
The estimated dispatch or delivery time for this product is shown above below the "add to cart" button once you have made your size / colour selections. This is the most accurate estimate for this item and is updated based on current stock availability.
We stock thousands of products in our express warehouse, while others are warehoused externally. As a result, delivery times can vary between products and size/colour options.
If your order contains multiple items, we'll normally dispatch everything together once all items are ready. Please use the longest estimated lead time shown on your order to calculate when it is likely to arrive. If you require part of your order sooner, please contact our customer service team before placing your order to check this is possible. This may incur additional delivery charges.
Please note that selecting a faster delivery service such as DPD or FedEx speeds up the delivery once your order has been dispatched. It does not reduce the product handling or dispatch time shown above.
Need Your Order Urgently?
If you need your order by a specific date, please contact us before placing your order. Our team will be happy to confirm availability and recommend the best delivery option.
For next working day delivery, all items must show an eligible dispatch estimate and your order must be placed before our daily cut-off time of 1pm. Orders placed on Fridays, weekends or Bank Holidays may take longer to arrive.
Free UK Mainland Delivery
We offer FREE Royal Mail economy delivery on eligible UK mainland orders over £60.
*Free delivery is available on qualifying items up to 2kg and 61cm in length. Oversized or heavier products, including items such as muck scoops, rakes and dressage whips, are excluded from this service. Available delivery options will be shown during checkout.
We deliver using trusted couriers including Royal Mail, DPD, FedEx, DX and DHL, depending on the size of your order and delivery location.
For full details, please visit our delivery information page.
Returns
We offer a no hassle 30 days returns policy for refunds and exchanges for new, unworn goods.
This starts from the day you receive your order not from the day we despatch giving you enough time to check the item is right.
We offer a low cost returns service at a charge of £4.99 which covers the cost of returning your item and receiving your replacement order, further details can be found on our returns and exchanges page.
