Shoof Speedy Feeder Three-Speed Calf Feeding Teat
Description
Shoof Speedy Feeder - One Teat, Three Feeding Speeds
The Shoof Speedy Feeder is a calf feeding teat with three adjustable speed settings that control the air inflow into the bottle, and therefore how fast milk flows out. It is designed for anyone hand-rearing calves who needs to feed strong, fast drinkers and weak or premature calves from the same bottle and teat.
Best for mixed groups of calves at different stages: turn the setting up for speedsters to save time in the pen, and turn it down for careful feeders so they can take milk at a rate they can manage without drowning.
Key Features
- Three speed settings for fast, medium and slow milk delivery
- Air inflow control regulates milk outflow through the teat
- Fast setting reduces time wasted on strong, greedy drinkers
- Slow setting helps prevent weak or premature calves from drowning
- One bottle, one teat covers the whole group - no swapping kit between animals
- Adjust as they grow - increase the speed as a calf gains strength
Specifications
| Brand | Shoof |
|---|---|
| Product | Speedy Feeder |
| Type | Adjustable-flow calf feeding teat |
| Speed settings | Three |
| Flow mechanism | Controls air inflow into the bottle |
| Suitable for | Calves, including weak and premature animals |
| Country of origin | China |
How to Use
- Assess the calf - is it a strong, fast drinker or a weak or premature animal needing careful feeding?
- Select the appropriate speed setting on the Speedy Feeder before filling the bottle.
- Fill the bottle with milk or milk replacer at the correct temperature and fit the teat securely.
- Offer the teat and supervise the calf throughout the feed, watching for coughing or spluttering.
- If milk is coming too quickly, stop and switch to a slower setting; increase the speed as the calf strengthens.
- Rinse and clean the teat and bottle thoroughly after every feed and allow to dry before storing.
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FAQ
How does the Shoof Speedy Feeder control milk flow?
The three settings control how much air flows into the bottle. Restricting the air inflow slows the milk outflow through the teat, while opening it up speeds the milk up.
Can I use one Speedy Feeder for several calves?
Yes. The point of the Speedy Feeder is that the same bottle and teat suit fast drinkers and slow feeders - you simply change the setting between animals. Clean thoroughly between feeds.
Is it suitable for weak or premature calves?
Yes. Switch to the slowest setting so a weak or premature calf can take milk as it is able to cope, reducing the risk of drowning. Always supervise the feed.
Can I change the speed as the calf grows?
Yes. Start slow with a weak calf and move up through the settings as it gains strength and drinks more confidently.
How do I clean and look after it?
Rinse and clean thoroughly after every feed, allow to dry before storing, and inspect regularly for splits or perishing. Replace the teat when it shows wear.
About Shoof
Shoof supplies practical animal husbandry and livestock handling equipment used on farms, smallholdings and yards worldwide, concentrating on simple, hard-wearing tools that make routine stock tasks quicker and easier.