Anyone who has worked cattle knows there are times when traditional handling like kraaling simply isn’t the best option.
Whether treating cattle with early signs of pinkeye in a large pasture, administering antibiotics to an injured bull, or delivering veterinarian-prescribed medications to cattle that cannot be safely restrained, moving an entire herd through handling facilities to treat a single animal can be time-consuming, stressful, and potentially dangerous for both livestock and handlers.
For nearly 60 years, Pneu-Dart has worked alongside veterinarians and livestock producers to provide Remote Delivery Systems (RDS) that allow veterinarian-prescribed medications to be administered effectively from a distance. The use of this equipment has been widely adopted in Africa -through Global Supplies distribution network.…Today, these systems are used by cattle producers, veterinarians, universities, wildlife organizations, zoological facilities, game ranchers and conservation bodies around the world.
Reducing Stress During Treatment
Traditional handling methods often require moving cattle through working facilities to treat a single animal. While necessary in many situations, processing an entire herd can increase labor, disrupt normal behavior, and create unnecessary stress for animals, and in severe cases mortality!
Remote delivery systems offer an alternative for situations where distance treatment is appropriate. Working within a Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship livestock ranchers can administer veterinarian-prescribed medications to individual animals while minimizing unnecessary movement and handling.
Early treatment is often one of the greatest advantages. Conditions such as Pinkeye, Rooiwater, foot rot, respiratory disease , Tick borne diseases, Foot and Mouth Disease ( FMD ) vaccinations, or injuries can frequently be addressed at the first signs of illness, helping reduce stress on the affected animal while minimizing disruption to the rest of the herd.
Equipment Designed for the Field
Pneu-Dart manufactures Remote Delivery Systems that include Dartguns/Projectors, Remote Delivery Devices (RDDs), and field accessories engineered for dependable use in real-world livestock operations.
Whether treating cattle in the veld, large grazing operations, feedlots or in locations where traditional restraint may not be practical, the equipment is designed to deliver veterinarian-prescribed medications accurately while minimizing impact trauma to the animal.
Because every operation is different, Pneu-Dart offers a variety of projector models, RDD / Dart sizes, and accessory options that allow users and veterinarians to select equipment appropriate for their application.
Supporting Animal Health Beyond Cattle
Although widely recognized within the livestock industry, Remote Delivery Systems are used throughout animal health and wildlife management.
Veterinarians utilize remote delivery to administer medications and sedatives in situations where conventional restraint may create unnecessary risk. Wildlife professionals and game ranchers rely on the technology to safely capture, relocate, monitor, and treat free-ranging animals. Cervid producers use Remote Delivery Systems to help reduce handling stress in animals that are naturally cautious and difficult to restrain. Zoos, universities, and conservation organizations also depend on remote delivery as part of their animal care and research programs.
The same principles apply across each of these environments: reduce stress, improve safety, and provide veterinarian-directed care as efficiently as possible.
Education and Best Practices
Successful remote drug delivery depends on more than quality equipment. Proper training, equipment selection, RDD (dart) preparation, injection placement, and safe handling techniques all contribute to successful outcomes.
To support producers and animal health professionals, Pneu-Dart offers a free, comprehensive online Education Center at https://bovinehealth.co.za/education-centre/
The program features instructional videos, product guidance, and best practices developed through decades of collaboration with veterinarians and experienced users.
As veterinary medicine continues to evolve, remote delivery remains an important management tool for modern livestock operations. By allowing producers to administer veterinarian-prescribed medications while reducing unnecessary handling, Remote Delivery Systems help improve both animal welfare and operational efficiency.
For nearly six decades, Pneu-Dart has remained committed to advancing remote delivery through education, innovation, and collaboration with the professionals who use these systems every day , and Global Supplies has been providing that same level of service and advice to African livestock producers and wildlife practitioners for the past 25 years !
To learn more about Pneu-Dart Remote Delivery Systems and our range of other products and services – please visit www.globalsupplies.co.za / www.bovinehealth.co.za
