KiwiCrook™
Product Details
For catching sheep and/or goats by the neck or leg.
It’s both a leg and a neck crook, obviously—but the most important advantage is the self-locking lever on the leg portion that ensures that an animal’s leg, once caught, remains caught until released by human hands.
Triangle point at end of leg shaft allows crook to be used as walking stick over uneven ground.
Which crook is right for you?
Each crook has their benefits. No shepherd is complete without a crook in hand, they save time and command the flock. Visit this link to compare all crook options.Benefits
- Catch warp-speed lambs and kids on the run
- Close gates and control the flock
- Lift newborns out of pens
- Sorting rams from ewes
- Guiding sheep and goats through handling yards
- As an easily seen pointing device to your helpers
We also carry handcrafted crooks and walking sticks which make the perfect gift for any cane enthusiast.
Specs
- 53"L
- Neck opening: 3-1/4"
- Leg opening: 1-1/4"
- Coated fiberglass shaft
- Strong molded plastic heads
- So named by Premier because a New Zealand sheep family designed and developed it
Tips
For catching small breeds, lambs, sheep with wool, or goats with a neck crook: Once the neck is inside the loop, instantly rotate the crook with your wrist. This applies pressure to both sides of the neck and give you a precious second or two to pull the animal into reach of your hands.
Precautions
Listed below are recommended optional components or related items. Your particular situation may require alternative recommendations. Please call and talk to our consultants if there are any questions at 800-282-6631.
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Supplies
Gambrel Restrainer, large
Item #811000 -Restrain and control sheep and goats of all sizes. Fits over the animals neck and locks their front legs in place.
$17.00 -
Restraint and Control
Restraint Cuff, small, 24 mm
Item #811030 -Strong clasp can contain any build of sheep and it comes in different sizes for your convenience.
$10.75 -
Crooks and Whistles
Shepherd’s Dog Whistle
Item #818000 -A variable-pitched whistle to aid in livestock herding. Train and transmit commands to sheepdogs, gundogs and other working dog breeds.
$2.25 -
Breeding Supplies
Sheep Management Wheel
Item #986000 -Provides a detailed schedule based on your preferred lambing date. Very helpful in planning out your shepherding year.
$14.00 -
Education and Books
Managing Pasture Book
Item #981015 -A complete guide on building healthy pasture for grass-based meat and dairy animals.
$30.00 -
Books
Pasture Management Guide
Item #984000 -The best modern guide we've seen by far. Highly recommended for all Midwest shepherds who pasture sheep.
$18.00
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Ryan S from Connecticut
This crook is fantastic! It makes working goats by myself so much easier. Before I used to have to chase after a specific goat and try to catch it, now I just sweep its leg and I got it. Great tool to have, wish I bought one sooner.
Richard W from Oklahoma
Very handy sheep working crook, wish it was a foot longer.
James H from Tennessee
One of the best purchases I’ve made in regards to our goats. Works on all sizes, from Dwarf Nigerian up to Kikos. I would highly recommend this crook!
James D from Nebraska
Works great!
David C from Texas
A 10 out of 10. I’ve ordered at least 3 times from Premier 1 and have always had a good experience. Their products are top notch, and their staff is always friendly and helpful. Gordon is a walking sheep encyclopedia and always willing to share his common sense and years of hands-on experience. Thanks to everyone at Premier 1!
