The navel cord acts as a siphoning passageway for disease carrying bacteria to enter the bloodstream of newborn animals. the Llocin clamp helps prevent navel infection such as escherichia coli and streptocci by sealing off the navel cord. Apply as soon after birth as possible after applying controlled iodine. Clamp may be removed in 24 to 36 hours<> or it will drop off of its own accord in 3-5 days. Reusable. In cases of bleeding navels consult a vet before applying a clamp.