Generic Estrotect Heat Detectors for Cattle — Red/Orange 15-pack, Self-Adhesive Breeding Indicator, Fluorescent Mounting Signal

Estrotect heat detectors are single-application adhesive stickers designed for beef and dairy cattle to make estrus detection more visible and consistent. The Breeding Bullseye Technology exposes fluorescent color as animals are mounted, providing a clear, time-stamped signal of standing heat and mounting intensity. Available in multiple pack sizes, this Red/Orange 15-pack option fits producers who need a ready supply of reliable, easy-to-use indicators for herd reproductive management.

How do Estrotect heat detectors show when a cow is in heat?

The detector sits halfway between the hip and tail head, perpendicular to the spine. When another animal mounts, friction removes protective layers to reveal bright fluorescent color; repeated mountings increase visible marking, showing intensity and likely standing heat.

• Applied once per cycle for continuous monitoring
• Mounting friction exposes fluorescent red/orange color
• Higher rub coverage correlates with more mountings
• Visible from a distance for quick herd checks

How should I apply and interpret the sticker on my cattle?

Place the sticker halfway between the hip and tail head, aligned perpendicular to the spine, on clean, dry skin. Check animals daily: small marks indicate light mounting; extensive fluorescent coverage signals strong mounting activity and a higher likelihood of standing heat.

• Clean hair and skin area before application
• Apply once per breeding cycle—no daily reapplication needed
• Record first visible marks to help schedule AI or bull turnout
• Compare mark intensity across animals to prioritize checks

What benefits does the Estrotect system bring to a breeding program?

These indicators add an objective, visual layer to heat detection, reducing missed heats and aiding timing decisions for artificial insemination or natural breeding. Over a decade of use worldwide demonstrates practical improvements in identifying estrus events and confirming mounting behavior.

• Improves detection consistency versus visual observation alone
• Supports more accurate timing of insemination protocols
• Easy to integrate with existing herd management routines
• Cost-effective, single-use monitoring per cycle

Who is this for? Estrotect Heat Detector Red/Orange (15 pack) is designed for dairy farmers, beef producers, and herd managers who need a low-effort, dependable way to monitor estrus activity and prioritize animals for breeding. Choose this pack size if you manage a moderate number of cows or want an on-hand supply to rotate through your herd. These indicators are especially useful where daily close observation is impractical but timely breeding decisions remain critical.