A Game-Changer for Sheep Farmers: A Real-World Review of the Shepherdsmate Handler
Here at Shepherdsmate, we’re dedicated to building innovative solutions that make your life on the farm easier. While we’re proud of our products, nothing tells the story better than a genuine, real-world review from a farmer just like you.
That’s why we were so excited to see Charlotte Ashley from the popular YouTube channel, Charlotte Ashley Farm, put our sheep handler to the test. Her video provides an honest, no-nonsense look at how the Shepherdsmate system is transforming flock management on her farm.
An All-in-One Solution on Wheels
Charlotte begins her review by calling our handler a “very swanky” system that has made her life “so much easier.” She highlights a key benefit that resonates with so many farmers: its incredible portability.
The Shepherdsmate handler Charlotte is using is a fully mobile unit on wheels. As Charlotte shows, you can easily move it around the farm, taking your handling facilities wherever the sheep are. This is a huge advantage, especially for remote fields with no access to power or other infrastructure.
Features That Make Life Easier
Throughout her review, Charlotte points out the design details that truly set our system apart. She notes how the handler is a complete, multi-functional unit, packed with features that improve efficiency and animal welfare.
The Forcing Pen: Charlotte praises this feature for guiding sheep into the race without the operator having to get inside the pen with them. She calls the hands-free design “absolutely brilliant.”
The Shearing Flap: This simple addition makes shearing a breeze. Charlotte demonstrates how the flap folds down, allowing the sheep to roll out seamlessly which helps reduce back strain.
The Turnover Crate: A crucial component for solo work, this crate made it “remarkably easy” for her to turn even her heaviest and most stubborn sheep for tasks like dagging and hoof trimming.
The Three-Way Shedding Gate: Initially a little daunting, Charlotte quickly discovered this gate was “a lot easier than what I thought.” It allows for quick and efficient sorting into different pens, saving valuable time and effort.
A System Designed with You in Mind
Charlotte’s review perfectly mirrors our core philosophy: to create equipment that benefits both the farmer and the flock. Our handler is a great example, designed by farmers for farmers.
The system’s ergonomic design, which presents sheep at a comfortable working height, helps reduce back strain and fatigue. Its robust construction of hot-dipped galvanized steel and stainless-steel fixings ensures it will stand up to the toughest conditions.
The Shepherdsmate handler is more than just a race; it’s a complete farm management tool. It includes built-in load cells, making it fully compatible with leading weigh systems like Tru-Test and Gallagher. Best of all, it’s eligible for various agricultural grants, making it an accessible and smart long-term investment.
Curious to see it in action? Watch Charlotte Ashley’s full review on YouTube: Shepherds mate handling system review.
Ready to make your life on the farm easier? Explore the Shepherdsmate handler on our website or get in touch with our team to learn more.
