Author Topic: Tagging Tools for Pigs (Read 4071 times)

ambriel · « **on:** January 23, 2011, 11:27:21 pm »

I've been thinking about tagging our three Kune Kune pigs and was wondering whether anyone had used the sort of tags and tools shown in this Ebay advert: Link to Ebay

HappyHippy · « **Reply #1 on:** January 24, 2011, 07:56:01 am »

Yup, that's similar to the one I use
http://www.fearing.co.uk/multiplier/Default.aspx
You just pop each half of the tag onto the applicator and apply to the ear (a bit like the old ear piercing gun)
HTH

Hilarysmum · « **Reply #2 on:** January 24, 2011, 08:30:17 am »

Ditto except that I force anyone else available to do it for me. I am a pathetic coward.

Helencus · « **Reply #3 on:** January 24, 2011, 12:58:35 pm »

Lol HM I am trying to weedle my dad into doing it but he's not keen either. Where do you get the tags themselves from?

HappyHippy · « **Reply #4 on:** January 24, 2011, 02:23:04 pm »

There are lots of places - but they've got to be pre-printed ones.
Fearings is my first port of call (they give discounts to BPA members

)
It's easier to do it when they are young or distracted by food

ambriel · « **Reply #5 on:** January 24, 2011, 07:22:59 pm »

Ours are very easily distracted by food

supplies for smallholders · « **Reply #6 on:** January 27, 2011, 10:14:45 pm »

Quote from: HappyHippy on January 24, 2011, 02:23:04 pm

There are lots of places - but they've got to be pre-printed ones.
Fearings is my first port of call :

Im Hurt..........

HappyHippy · « **Reply #7 on:** January 27, 2011, 10:42:40 pm »

Don't be Gareth

I used Fearing when buying in everything initially, I haven't used your tags (and I'm ashamed to admit I've not actually checked how your prices compare yet) but next time I'm ordering stuff I'll be sure to pay you a visit

Tyre drinkers and everything else arrived today btw - many many thanks

They look just the business and it'll take Oor Sydney a while to figure out how to trash them

For anyone who has problems with pigs destroying basins/trugs etc you should have a look at these https://www.suppliesforsmallholders.co.uk/tyre-bowl-feeder-drinker-p-1276.html they are really solid and the way they're shaped the pigs can't get them out the tyre to throw all around their field (and trash in the process)

How's the wrist ? Hope it's not too bad ?
Karen x

supplies for smallholders · « **Reply #8 on:** January 28, 2011, 09:34:19 am »

Hi Karen,

Glad the stuff arrived OK (eventually) - Just replied to your pm.

Tyre bowl feeders are good and very popular - we sell out as quickly as we can get them, so be aware you may have to wait a few days for re-stocks.

When comparing Tags with anyone dont forget to check the tag price WITH the shipping - all our tags are free shipping (unless you order a tagger as well in which case a shipping charge applies)

Oh, and thanks for asking - the wrist is on the mend :-)