Shoof Quarter Milker for Dairy Cows
Description
Shoof Quarter Milker - Keep One Quarter's Milk Separate
The Shoof Quarter Milker is a dairy parlour tool that separates the milk from a single quarter so it is kept away from the bulk tank. It is designed for dairy farmers and herd managers dealing with mastitis, haemorrhage or a high cell count in one quarter, and it is best for yards that want to keep milking routines running normally while an affected quarter is handled separately.
Its low-profile, non-capsize shape sits stably beneath the cow, so she can move freely without tipping the unit, and soft rubber tubes keep the connection flexible and gentle. The unbreakable construction is built for repeated daily use in a working parlour. You will find more livestock and yard equipment in our stable and yard equipment collection.
Key Features
- Separates one quarter: diverts milk from a single quarter away from the rest of the yield
- Mastitis and high cell count: useful where milk from one quarter must be withheld
- Low profile: non-capsize design stays upright under the cow
- Free movement: the cow is not restricted during milking
- Soft rubber tubes: flexible, quiet and easy to handle
- Unbreakable build: suited to daily parlour conditions and washing down
Specifications
| Brand | Shoof |
|---|---|
| Product type | Quarter milker |
| Category | Agrihealth / dairy equipment |
| Design | Low profile, non-capsize, unbreakable |
| Tubing | Soft rubber |
| Common uses | Mastitis, haemorrhage, high cell count |
| Country of origin | New Zealand |
How to Use
- Prepare and clean the udder as you would for normal milking.
- Place the quarter milker on the floor beneath the cow, keeping it clear of her feet.
- Attach the soft rubber tube to the affected quarter.
- Milk that quarter out into the separate unit while the remaining quarters are milked as usual.
- Dispose of or store the separated milk according to your farm and veterinary protocol.
- Rinse, wash and drain the milker and tubes after every use, then allow to dry before storage.
FAQ
What is a quarter milker used for?
It separates the milk from one quarter of the udder so it does not mix with the rest of the milk. It is typically used when a quarter is affected by mastitis, haemorrhage or a high cell count.
Will the cow knock it over?
The low-profile, non-capsize design is made to stay upright beneath the cow and allows her free movement during milking.
Is it suitable for a small house-cow set-up?
Yes. It works in any parlour or hand-milking situation where milk from one quarter needs to be kept separate.
What are the tubes made from?
Soft rubber, which keeps the connection flexible and gentle to handle.
How should it be cleaned?
Rinse and wash thoroughly after each use in line with your normal dairy hygiene routine, then allow the tubes to drain and dry before storing.
Where is Shoof equipment from?
Shoof is a New Zealand brand, and this product's country of origin is New Zealand.
About Shoof
Shoof is a New Zealand livestock equipment brand known for practical, hard-wearing products for dairy and beef farms. The range covers parlour tools, handling equipment and animal health items designed around the realities of daily farm work.