{"product_id":"shoof-big-softy-calf-teat-for-22mm-feeders","title":"Shoof Big Softy Calf Teat for 22mm Feeders","description":"\u003ch2\u003eShoof Big Softy Teat — Non-Drip Calf Teat for 22mm Feeders\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Shoof Big Softy Teat is a soft replacement calf teat that fits all feeders with 22mm (+\/-1mm) teat holes. It is best for calf rearers using gravity feeders, multi-teat bars or hand-held bottles who want a teat that does not leak between feeds.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIts inverted tip stays closed under milk pressure, even after substantial use, and opens freely the moment a calf begins suckling. An intake elbow lets gravity draw all the milk from the bottom of the container, so feeds finish cleanly with minimal waste.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInverted non-leak tip\u003c\/strong\u003e — holds milk without dripping, even after substantial use\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpens under suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e — flows freely as soon as the calf starts to drink\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal 22mm fit\u003c\/strong\u003e — suits all feeders with 22mm (+\/-1mm) teat holes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntake elbow\u003c\/strong\u003e — gravity empties all milk from the bottom of the container\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree ways to feed\u003c\/strong\u003e — gravity feeders, bottle feeders and hand-held bottle feeding\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft, forgiving feel\u003c\/strong\u003e for comfortable suckling during the rearing period\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShoof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBig Softy Teat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFits teat holes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22mm (+\/-1mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompatible with\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGravity feeders, bottle feeders, hand-held bottles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDesign\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInverted non-leak tip with intake elbow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChina\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eMeasure the teat hole on your feeder or bottle to confirm it is 22mm (+\/-1mm).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePush the teat firmly through the hole from the outside until the flange seats fully.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFit the intake elbow so it reaches the bottom of the container.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFill with milk or milk replacer and check the teat holds without dripping.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOffer to the calf and allow it to latch; the tip will open as suckling starts.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAfter feeding, remove, rinse, wash and air dry before the next feed.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse more farm and livestock essentials in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/agrihealth\"\u003eAgrihealth collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size teat hole does the Big Softy fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt fits all feeders with 22mm teat holes, with a tolerance of plus or minus 1mm. Measure your feeder before ordering, as a larger or smaller hole will not seat the teat correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the Big Softy Teat leak?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The inverted tip design does not leak, even after substantial use, yet opens freely as soon as the calf begins suckling.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it on a hand-held bottle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is equally suitable for hand-held bottle feeding as well as gravity feeders and bottle feeders.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the intake elbow do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe intake elbow allows gravity to empty all milk from the bottom of the container, so the calf finishes the feed and less milk is left behind.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I clean the teat?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRinse after each feed, wash with a suitable dairy detergent, rinse again and allow to air dry before reuse.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen should I replace it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTeats are a consumable item. Check regularly for splits, thinning or chew damage and replace as soon as flow becomes uneven.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Shoof\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eShoof supplies practical animal health and husbandry equipment for livestock keepers, from calf rearing and feeding to hoof care, handling and everyday yard tasks. The range is designed around hard-wearing, straightforward kit that stands up to daily farm use.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e { \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [ { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What size teat hole does the Big Softy fit?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"It fits all feeders with 22mm teat holes, with a tolerance of plus or minus 1mm. 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