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CIDR® Devices (Sheep and Goat)

Description

The EAZI-BREED CIDR® Sheep and Goat Device treatment programs represent a convenient
and effective method for both synchronizing and inducing oestrus in production animals.

Using only naturally occurring progesterone, these unique treatment programs take control
of the oestrous cycle by mimicking normal physiological events.

EAZI-BREED CIDR® Sheep and Goat Devices contain the natural hormone progesterone,
intra-vaginally placed.

EAZI-BREED CIDR®'s release progesterone at a controlled rate into the blood stream.

Key Benefits

Breeding programs using the EAZI-BREED CIDR® Sheep and Goat Device can:
  • Tighten oestrous synchronization so animals come into heat in a narrow window.
  • Provide an opportunity to induce a fertile oestrus.

Using EAZI-BREED CIDR® Sheep and Goat Devices can result in:

  • Better use of time and labour during breeding and at parturition.
  • Enhanced use of artificial insemination for greater genetic gain.
  • Easier customised mating because AI is more feasible.
  • A more profitable flock.

Recommendations for Use 

  • Oestrus synchronization during the breeding season.
  • Ovulation control in does for artificial insemination, (AI) embryo collection and transfer programmes.
  • Advancing the breeding season in sheep.
  • Suitable for maiden and adult does and ewes.

The Zoetis Advantage

EAZI-BREED CIDR Sheep and Goat Device delivers an effective, consistently, tight mating period.
Hygienic, with simple application and removal:

  • Reduces time in yards.
  • Reduces stress on ewes.

Increased percentage of successful programs:

  • Better retention.
  • Less adhesion and infection.

Directions for Use

Wear protective gloves when handling the devices.

Insertion

1. Dip the device applicator in a non-irritating antiseptic solution.
2. Place one device into the applicator so that the short legs are folded together with only the tips protruding from the applicator.
3. Dip the tip of the loaded applicator into a suitable veterinary obstetrical lubricant.
4. Wipe the vulva lips with disposable tissue.
5. Insert the loaded applicator, sloping slightly upwards, through the vulva and then forwards, without forcing, into the forward portion of the vagina.
6. Release the device by depressing the applicator plunger leaving the cord protruding from the vulva.
7. Repeat Step 1 before the next insertion.

Removal

  • Withdraw the device by pulling on the removal cord.

Storage

  • Store in a dry place below 30°C (room temperature).
  • Withholding periods
    • Meat: Nil.
    • Milk: Nil.
    • Schedule: S5.
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