{"product_id":"shoof-excal-calf-feeder-bottle-2-litre-with-fastflow-teat","title":"Shoof Excal Calf Feeder Bottle 2 Litre with Fastflow Teat","description":"\u003ch2\u003eShoof Excal Feeder Bottle - 2 Litre Calf Feeder with Fastflow Teat\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Shoof Excal Feeder Bottle is a 2 litre calf feeding bottle fitted with the well-proven EXCAL Fastflow teat, which has a non-return valve built in to help weak or new-born calves start suckling. It is designed for dairy farmers, calf rearers and smallholders who need a reliable single-calf feeder for colostrum and milk feeds.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFlow can be controlled on the spot: cover the air valve with a finger or thumb if the calf is suckling too quickly. A replacement air-inlet valve is included with the feeder.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEXCAL Fastflow teat\u003c\/strong\u003e - a well-proven teat design for efficient calf feeding\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-return valve in the teat\u003c\/strong\u003e - helps weak or new-born calves establish a suck\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinger-controlled air valve\u003c\/strong\u003e - slow the flow simply by covering the valve\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2 litre capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e - suited to single-calf colostrum and milk feeds\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplacement air-inlet valve included\u003c\/strong\u003e in the box\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for\u003c\/strong\u003e new-born, weak or orphan calves being hand-reared\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\u003eExcal Feeder Bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTeat type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEXCAL Fastflow with incorporated non-return valve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFlow control\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAir valve that can be covered with finger or thumb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupplied with\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReplacement air-inlet valve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew Zealand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIntended animals\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalves, including new-born and weak calves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eWash and rinse the bottle, teat and air-inlet valve before the first use of the day.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFill the bottle with colostrum or milk to a maximum of 2 litres at your usual feeding temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFit the teat securely and check the air-inlet valve is seated correctly.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOffer the teat to the calf, supporting the head so the neck is straight and slightly raised.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIf the calf gulps or feeds too fast, cover the air valve with a finger or thumb to slow the flow, then release to resume.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAfter feeding, dismantle, wash and rinse all parts, then leave to dry before storage. Replace the teat or air-inlet valve once worn.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the Shoof Excal feeder bottle hold?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bottle holds 2 litres, which suits a single calf feed of colostrum or milk.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes it suitable for new-born calves?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe EXCAL Fastflow teat has a non-return valve incorporated into it, which helps weak or new-born calves start suckling before they have a strong suck reflex.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I slow the feed down if the calf drinks too quickly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Cover the air valve with a finger or thumb to reduce the flow, then release it to let the calf feed normally again.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it come with any spare parts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, a replacement air-inlet valve is included with the feeder.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should the feeder be cleaned?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRinse and wash the bottle, teat and valve after every feed and allow all parts to dry fully before storage. Check the teat regularly and replace it when worn or split.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be used for lambs or goat kids?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is designed and sized as a calf feeder. Smaller stock are usually better suited to a dedicated lamb feeder; browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/agrihealth\"\u003eagrihealth collection\u003c\/a\u003e for other livestock feeding equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Shoof\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eShoof is a New Zealand animal health and husbandry brand supplying practical, hard-wearing equipment to farmers, stockpeople and veterinary professionals. Its range covers calf rearing, cattle handling, hoof care and dairy hygiene, with products built for daily use on working farms.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e { \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [ { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How much does the Shoof Excal feeder bottle hold?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The bottle holds 2 litres, which suits a single calf feed of colostrum or milk.\" } }, { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What makes it suitable for new-born calves?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The EXCAL Fastflow teat has a non-return valve incorporated into it, which helps weak or new-born calves start suckling before they have a strong suck reflex.\" } }, { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Can I slow the feed down if the calf drinks too quickly?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes. 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