Dechra, Media Release, 16 April 2024
In a significant stride towards elevating pain relief standards for farm animals, Dechra Pharmaceuticals proudly welcomes Numnuts ® into its product offering. Numnuts ®, a revolutionary solution for ring marking in lambs, will be distributed alongside Dechra’s flagship wound care, anaesthetic, and antiseptic product, Tri-Solfen ®. Whilst the name is light-hearted, this product doesn’t beat around the bush. Numnuts ® is supremely effective and meets the highest standard in pain management protocol.
Ben Austin, Business Unit Head Farm Animals at Dechra states “We’re committed to setting and maintaining the Gold Standard for pain relief in farm animals. Numnuts ® embodies this dedication, offering a practical compassionate solution that elevates the welfare of our beloved livestock. With Numnuts ® in our product offering, we’re taking a significant stride towards enhancing the standard of care in the industry.”
Numnuts ®, a revolutionary solution, plays a pivotal role in addressing pain management for lambs. It is the world’s first rubber ring applicator with an immediate pain relief delivery mechanism. The Numnuts ® tool functions by applying a standard rubber ring to cut off blood supply, while at the same time, adding the functionality of targeted pain relief via a novel multi-stage injection mechanism. NumOcaine ®, a local anaesthetic, in conjunction with the rubber ring, alleviates pain swiftly.
Scientific studies performed by Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) confirm the efficacy of NumOcaine ®, providing significant relief during the crucial first hour after rubber ring application. Developed with funding from industry bodies and clinically evaluated by esteemed institutions, Numnuts ® represents the culmination of years of research and innovation in pain relief for farm animals. Recognised for its excellence and innovation, Numnuts ® has received accolades and awards, such as New Release Award Winner Wagin Woolorama 2020, Best Small Enterprise Exhibitor – Wagin Woolorama 2021, and Royal Highland and Agricultural Society of Scotland Technical Innovation Commendation 2020, cementing its status as a leader in farm animal welfare.
In a time where lamb marking practices of tail docking and castration are coming into the welfare spotlight, farmers and livestock caretakers can future proof their on-farm practices with Numnuts ®. With correct medication and effective local anaesthetic, farmers and caretakers can operate in line with industry best practice guidelines. Additionally, as accredited wool and meat schemes begin to tighten on their high animal welfare standards, Numnuts ® can assist farmers and caretakers in aligning with these standards giving lambs the best start at life.
“The care of the animal starts with the product. At Dechra Pharmaceuticals we are committed to offering high quality products that are in line with and deliver animal welfare standards across the board”. – Gunter Schuele, General Manager of Dechra Veterinary Products Australia.
The acquisition of Numnuts ® reflects Dechra’s core values of dedication towards animals’ welfare. It also bolsters relationships with customers, helping to achieve a common goal of ensuring the health and welfare of their animals as a priority.
Numnuts ® is now easily accessible from local rural retail stores and veterinary clinics. It is a non-prescription product, furthering its accessibility. To find out more about Numnuts ® please visit our website https://numnuts.au/.
