{"product_id":"shoof-trusti-starter-kit-calf-feeder-set","title":"Shoof Trusti Starter Kit Calf Feeder Set","description":"\u003ch2\u003eShoof Trusti Starter Kit - Everything You Need for Easier Calf Feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Shoof Trusti Starter Kit is an economical calf feeding pack containing a Trusti Tuber, a 4 litre feeder bottle and a teat cap fitted with a big softy teat. It is designed for dairy and beef farmers, calf rearers and smallholders who need one system that handles both bottle feeding and assisted tube feeding of newborn or weak calves.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBecause the tuber and the teat cap both fit the same bottle, the kit is best for units that want to start a calf on the tube and move it onto the teat as it gains strength, without buying two separate feeders. You will find more livestock and yard equipment in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/agrihealth\"\u003eAgrihealth collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete starter pack\u003c\/strong\u003e - all of the pieces needed to begin with the Trusti system\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrusti Tuber\u003c\/strong\u003e for assisted feeding of calves that will not suck\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4 litre feeder bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e sized for colostrum and milk feeds\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTeat cap with big softy teat\u003c\/strong\u003e for straightforward bottle feeding\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterchangeable\u003c\/strong\u003e - swap between tuber and teat cap on the one bottle\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEconomical\u003c\/strong\u003e compared with buying each component separately\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to strip down\u003c\/strong\u003e for rinsing and washing between feeds\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 name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrusti Starter Kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAgrihealth - calf rearing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eContents\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrusti Tuber, 4L feeder bottle, teat cap with big softy teat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBottle capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNewborn and young calves\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 \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eWash and rinse all components before the first feed of the day.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMix colostrum or milk to the correct temperature and volume for the calf, then fill the 4 litre bottle.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFor bottle feeding, fit the teat cap with the big softy teat and offer the feed to the calf at a natural head height.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFor assisted feeding, fit the Trusti Tuber in place of the teat cap, restrain the calf calmly and pass the tube only if you are trained in the technique.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAllow the feed to flow at a steady rate, then withdraw the tube gently and release the calf.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrip the kit down, rinse straight away, wash thoroughly and leave to drain dry before the next feed.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included in the Shoof Trusti Starter Kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe kit includes the Trusti Tuber, a 4 litre feeder bottle and a teat cap fitted with a big softy teat, giving you the pieces needed to start calf feeding with the Trusti system.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use the same bottle for tube feeding and bottle feeding?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The Trusti Tuber and the teat cap both fit the 4 litre feeder bottle, so you can change between the two methods as the calf gains strength.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow large is the feeder bottle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe feeder bottle holds 4 litres, which suits colostrum feeds and routine milk feeds for young calves.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho should carry out tube feeding?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTube feeding should only be done by a stockperson trained in the technique. If a calf is dull, unwell or repeatedly refusing feeds, contact your vet for advice.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I clean the kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStrip the parts down and rinse immediately after each feed, wash with a suitable dairy cleaner, then allow everything to drain and dry. 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