Bovivet Teat Plugs Teat Dilators 5.5mm x 35mm
Description
Bovivet Teat Plugs - Teat Dilators for Injured Teat Canals
Bovivet Teat Plugs are teat dilators used to keep an injured teat canal open, measuring 5.5 mm in diameter and 35 mm in length. They are made for dairy farmers, smallholders, herdspeople and veterinary practices managing teat injuries in cattle, and each plug arrives individually packed for clean, single-use handling.
Best for parlour and farm first aid kits where a compact, consistently sized dilator is needed at short notice, on the advice of your veterinary surgeon.
Key Features
- Teat dilators designed to keep the injured teat canal open
- Slim 5.5 mm diameter profile
- 35 mm length
- Individually packed, so only the plug in use is exposed
- Compact enough for a pocket, parlour tray or mobile veterinary bag
- From Bovivet, a Danish livestock and veterinary supplies brand
Specifications
| Brand | Bovivet |
|---|---|
| Product type | Teat plugs / teat dilators |
| Purpose | Keeping an injured teat canal open |
| Diameter | 5.5 mm |
| Length | 35 mm |
| Packaging | Individually packed |
| Country of origin | Denmark |
| Category | Agrihealth, dairy and livestock care |
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How to Use
- Speak to your veterinary surgeon first about the teat injury and whether a dilator is appropriate.
- Wash and disinfect your hands, and put on clean disposable gloves.
- Clean and disinfect the affected teat thoroughly before handling.
- Open one individually packed plug at the point of use, keeping the rest of the pack sealed.
- Insert the plug into the teat canal gently, following your vet's instructions.
- Remove and dispose of the plug as advised, and monitor the teat daily.
FAQ
What are Bovivet Teat Plugs used for?
They are teat dilators used to keep an injured teat canal open while it is being managed.
What size are they?
Each plug is 5.5 mm in diameter and 35 mm long.
Are they individually packed?
Yes. Every plug is packed on its own, so you open only the one you are about to use.
Who are they for?
Dairy farmers, smallholders, herdspeople and veterinary practices working with cattle.
Should I use them without veterinary advice?
No. Teat injuries should be assessed by your veterinary surgeon, who can confirm whether a dilator is suitable and how it should be used.
How should they be stored?
Keep the sealed packs in a clean, dry place away from direct sunlight until needed.
About Bovivet
Bovivet is a Danish brand supplying veterinary instruments and consumables for cattle, sheep and general livestock work. Its range focuses on practical, hard-wearing everyday items for farms, dairies and veterinary practices.

