{"product_id":"shoof-chinball-harness","title":"Shoof Chinball Harness","description":"\u003ch2\u003eShoof Chinball Harness\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReliable Heat Detection Harness for Bulls\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eShoof Chinball Harness\u003c\/strong\u003e is a durable and effective heat detection aid designed to accurately identify cows in season. Featuring a robust harness with an integrated cone-shaped chinball marker, it allows farmers to quickly and easily identify mounted cows, helping to improve breeding efficiency and herd management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOperating on the same principle as a ballpoint pen, the stainless steel chinball marker houses a freely rotating ball that dispenses marking ink when pressure is applied during mounting. This produces clear, highly visible markings along the cow’s back, making it easy to identify animals ready for insemination or natural service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach \u003cstrong\u003e0.5-litre fill of chinball ink\u003c\/strong\u003e is sufficient to mark approximately \u003cstrong\u003e25–30 cows\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing an economical and dependable solution for heat detection throughout the breeding season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty harness designed for secure and comfortable fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStainless steel chinball marker with freely rotating ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBallpoint-style marking system delivers consistent, visible markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHolds approximately 0.5 litres of marking ink\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOne fill marks around 25–30 cows\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for use with chinball marker ink in your preferred colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned for reliable heat detection in breeding herds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eQuickly identifies cows in oestrus\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eImproves breeding management and timing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReduces missed heats and supports more efficient herd management\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSaves time observing breeding behaviour\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDurable construction for long-lasting farm use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEasy to refill and maintain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen a bull wearing the Shoof Chinball Harness mounts a cow that is in standing heat, pressure on the rotating stainless steel ball releases ink onto the cow’s back. The resulting coloured marking provides a clear visual indication that the cow has been mounted and is ready for breeding management decisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shoof Chinball Harness\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat detection for breeding cattle\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarker type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel rotating ball marker\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInk capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 0.5 litres\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 25–30 cows per fill\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chinball marker ink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a chinball harness used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA chinball harness is used to identify cows in standing heat. As the bull mounts the cow, the harness leaves a visible ink mark across her back, making heat detection faster and easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many cows can one ink fill mark?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA single 0.5-litre fill typically provides enough ink to mark approximately 25–30 cows, depending on usage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the harness include ink?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease check the product options, as some models may be supplied without ink. Compatible chinball marker ink is available in a range of colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the marker durable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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