Description

The anti-backup accessory from Cowcatcher is designed to enhance livestock flow and safety in alleyways and chute systems. Installed as an additional gate or stop in the alley or crowding tub, it prevents cattle from backing up once they’ve moved forward into a processing area or through a headgate — helping maintain smooth, unidirectional movement of animals during handling.

This feature helps reduce stress and hesitation in livestock by gently limiting backward movement, allowing handlers to keep cattle progressing through the system efficiently. That means less balking and smoother movement during procedures like sorting, tagging, vaccinations, or veterinary access, improving both throughput and animal welfare.