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Ram Shields
Protects animals
and shepherds—
Rams can injure
other rams, themselves,
visitors and you.
To prevent this, use
a leather mask to block
the ram’s forward
vision—which prevents
rams from charging
humans or other rams. Side vision is not
affected, so the ram can still breed, eat,
drink and graze.
We use shields only when needed,
removing them when the ram’s urge to fight
is over.
It’s so effective in subduing belligerent
rams that it often surprises first-time users
(the shepherd, not the ram).
Warning: The risk of serious human injury
from rams is not small. Intact adult male animals
simply are not predictable.
So never turn your back on even “gentle” rams.
How To Use a Ram Shield:
1. Remove leather in location shown above if your
ram’s ears are large and become irritated due to
lack of space.
2. Make optional cuts as shown if the shield folds too
far over the ram’s eyes and blocks his side vision.
Before you cut the shield...
Every ram’s head is different, so shields
can be modified
(as shown above)
within
limits to fit the ram. The depth that you cut
will depend on the width of your particular
ram’s head.
Our serrated and ARS foot trimmers
(see
p. 59)
work well for this purpose.
Remember:
You want to block the forward
vision, not the side vision. So start with
small cuts, and then increase if the eyes are
still blocked from the side.
Which size shield will suit
your ram(s)?
Use chart at right to determine the
size needed. It refers to adult, full-
grown rams.
The heads of ram lambs are smaller
than the heads of adult rams—so a
small size is better for them.
Polled & Horned Ram Shields
Two versions and 2 sizes in each
style. Polled shields rely on the ears
and head shape to hold in position.
Horned shields fit over the horns.
Polled Shields
Small, 0.60 lb....................#505800 $18.00
Large, 0.80 lb...................#506000 $18.00
Horned Shields
Small, 0.60 lb....................#505900 $18.00
Large, 0.80 lb...................#506200 $18.00
Shield Size by Breed
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Shields should be checked often. Most rams will initially strive vigorously to remove the shield. (inset) Ram shields for horned rams use this design. Note how it is to be fitted. This nanny received a shield for exhibiting rude behavior. Photo by Ken O. from Ohio.