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Common methods used to castrate bulls

One of the bulls showcased at this year's Nairobi International Trade Fair. Photo: Alex Wachira Standard

Common physical methods of castration include surgical removal of the testes or stopping the blood flow to the testes by applying an elastrator band or using a Burdizzo tool. 

Research from online publication, www.beefresearch.ca states that banding at two months of age makes it less acute, immediate pain than surgical castration, however, banding at four months causes more chronic pain.

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