Cow cubicle

Traditionally, all stalls in freestalls dairy operations either used steel neck rails, chains or straps to control the cow's movement within the stalls. These various set ups, often used to solidify the stalls, limit and control the cow's movement. However, all of these methods mentioned above hinder the animal's comfort. In fact, the rigidity needed with each of these methods creates incredible discomfort for the animal and may also be considered traumatizing. It is frequently observed in the neck area: lesions ranging from mild skin irritation to open wounds or even in certain cases seromas (fluid build-up) or hematomas. Everyone would agree that the pain incurred by these methods is unnecessary and inappropriate when caring for the well-being of the animal. Recently, Greenfreestalls has developed a plastic made neck bar which offers zero traumatism to the animal and is held in place by a loop which is called "Floating Neck Rail Bracket". This system is of the utmost simplicity and can easily be adapted to all stall systems......all the while assuring flexibility, security and comfort for the animal. Many herds are already benefitting from this product. As a consultant, I've had several occasions to take part in the installation of these systems and am widely convinced by its efficiency and comfort brought to the animal. We are responsible for our animals and must provide the best comfort and well-being to them.