When should I use the Fly Away™ Calf Jacket and how long do I keep it on? Fly Away™ Calf Jacket’s are for use on newborn calves and are effective for the first 21-28 days.
Why should I use the Fly Away™ Calf Jacket? Calves can grow up to 54% bigger in the first 21-28 days by converting their energy into growth rather than into keeping warm. The calves will also develop more internal insulation. “The insulted coat worn by calves housed at -30º to -18º C provided a 52% increase in whole animal insulation.” (Canadian Journal of Veterinary Research. 1989’ 53” 275-278.)
How should I clean the Fly Away™ Calf Jacket? The Fly Away™ Calf Jacket is machine washable in cold water with a mild detergent and either line dry or tumble dry on a low or cool setting.
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Should I wash the Fly Away™ Calf Jacket after every calf? Yes. In the age of bio-security, the Fly Away™ Calf Jacket not only protects the calf that wears it, but the ability to wash the jacket prevents cross-contamination between all the calves.
Are the Fly Away™ Calf Jackets waterproof? The Fly Away™ Calf Jacket is water-resistant not waterproof. The outer shell is made of 600 Denier Polyester with 3/4 ounce Urethane backer, which makes it water-resistant. The insulation in 150 gram 3M Thinsulate™ insulation. Damp bedding, rain and snow will not become a factor to the calf wearing the Fly Away™ Calf Jacket.
How long will my Fly Away™ Calf Jacket last? The Fly Away™ Calf Jacket can last for many years depending on the wear and overall care of the jacket.
Where are the Fly Away™ Calf Jackets made? Fly Away™ Calf Jacket are made by Fly Away™ AgriProducts, Inc. in Jordan, Minnesota. Made in the U.S.A.
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Is the Fly Away™ Calf Jacket only for extreme cold climates? No. Because the Fly Away™ Calf Jacket traps a layer of the calves own air around itself, it will not cause the calf to overheat and will provide a barrier for damp, rainy conditions and can be used effectively, up to 40º F. A perfect protectant where and when temperatures fluctuate during the spring and fall.
Why is 3M Thinsulate™ Thermal Insulation used as the insulator instead of a less expensive hollow fill or open cell foam type? 3M Thinsulate™ Thermal Insulation provides superior thermal capabilities compared to other types of insulation and will with-stand the rigors of a washing machine agitation cycle much better.Thinsulate™ Insulation only retains 1% moisture, therefore, the calf dries much quicker, retains its thermal insulation and the jacket remains lightweight and easy to use (both for the calf and the handler).
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