BESS Clear Teat Calf Feeding Bottle for Livestock
Description
BESS Clear Teat Calf Feeding Bottle
The BESS Calf Bottle with Clear Teat is a hand-feeding bottle for calves, used to feed colostrum, whole milk or reconstituted milk replacer. It is best for dairy and beef farmers, smallholders and stockpeople who need to hand-rear newborn calves or top up a calf that is not taking enough from the cow.
The clear teat is the main point of difference: you can see the milk moving as the calf sucks, so you can tell at a glance whether a weak or slow calf is actually drinking. The teat lifts off the bottle for washing, which keeps hygiene simple in a busy calf shed.
Key Features
- Clear teat so milk flow and feeding progress are visible throughout the feed
- Removable teat for thorough washing and easy replacement when worn
- Calf-sized bottle for colostrum feeds, supplementary feeds and hand-rearing
- Easy-grip shape that stays steady while a strong calf is sucking
- Yard-practical for dairy units, beef units, rearing pens and smallholdings
- Part of the BESS agrihealth range of everyday livestock equipment
Specifications
| Brand | BESS |
|---|---|
| Product | Calf Bottle with Clear Teat |
| Category | Agrihealth / Livestock Feeding |
| Intended Animal | Calves |
| Teat | Clear, removable |
| Suitable Feeds | Colostrum, whole milk, milk replacer |
| Cleaning | Hand wash after every feed |
| Country of Origin | China |
How to Use
- Wash and rinse the bottle and teat before the first use of the day.
- Mix or warm the colostrum, milk or milk replacer and check the temperature before feeding.
- Fill the bottle and fit the clear teat securely.
- Stand or kneel beside the calf, hold the bottle so its head is slightly raised and offer the teat.
- Watch the milk level in the clear teat to check the calf is swallowing steadily rather than gulping.
- Remove the teat, rinse both parts straight away, wash in warm water with a dairy detergent and stand to drain dry.
FAQ
What is the BESS Calf Bottle with Clear Teat used for?
It is a hand-feeding bottle for calves, used to give colostrum, whole milk or reconstituted milk replacer to newborn calves, orphan calves or calves that need topping up alongside the cow.
Why does the teat need to be clear?
A clear teat lets you see the milk moving as the calf sucks. That makes it much easier to confirm a weak or newly born calf is genuinely drinking and to judge the speed of the feed.
Can the teat be removed and replaced?
Yes. The teat lifts off the bottle so both parts can be washed properly, and it can be swapped out once it becomes split, soft, misshapen or the hole has enlarged.
How should the bottle be cleaned?
Rinse the bottle and teat immediately after each feed, wash in warm water with a suitable dairy detergent, rinse again and allow to drain dry before the next use.
Is this bottle suitable for lambs or other stock?
It is designed and sized as a calf bottle. Smaller stock such as lambs and kids are usually better served by a dedicated lamb bottle and teat.
Where can I find more livestock feeding equipment?
Browse the full range in our agrihealth collection.
About BESS
BESS makes practical agrihealth and livestock equipment for daily use on farms, dairies and smallholdings. The range focuses on simple, hard-wearing items such as feeding bottles, teats and stock-rearing accessories that are easy to clean and easy to keep in service.