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Copper vs zinc sulphate

11-02-2017 10:51PM

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DJ98

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Whats the difference and which is better to use in a footbath?

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#2 11-02-2017 11:02PM

sheepfarmer92

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Copper is better if just running sheep through the bath, but zinc lasts longer in the bath and works well if you stand them in it, even for half a minute makes a difference, doesnt corrode metal either

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#3 14-02-2017 12:09AM

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I found that the copper made their hoof so tough that some of them wouldn't wear naturally and they grew a long misshapen toe because of it. I waould rate zinc a better job

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#4 15-02-2017 10:53PM

The man in red and black

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Just to play devils advocate. Worth considering Provita's products to compare with CuSO4 and ZnSo4.

http://www.provita.co.uk/hoofcare

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#5 15-02-2017 11:29PM

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I agree with "Cattlepen" I would use Zinc.

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