{"product_id":"shoof-trusti-tuber-probe-calf-feeding-tube","title":"Shoof Trusti Tuber Probe Calf Feeding Tube","description":"\u003ch2\u003eShoof Trusti Tuber Probe — Controlled, Comfortable Calf Tube Feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Shoof Trusti Tuber Probe is an oesophageal calf feeding probe made up of a moulded mouthpiece with muzzle stop, a flexible tube, a specially designed safety tip and printed calf size markers. It is built for farmers, calf rearers and stockpeople who need to tube feed newborn, weak or dehydrated calves quickly and safely, single-handed if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe probe is for use with the 4 litre Antahi Feeder bottle and fits the same ergonomically designed Trusti bottle. Beyond colostrum and milk feeding, it can be used to rehydrate animals up to 200kg and to relieve free gas bloat. This Generation 2 probe comes with a webbing headstrap attached.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne-handed control:\u003c\/strong\u003e the muzzle stop on the sleek mouthpiece lets you hold the probe in place with one hand.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e once in position the tube flexes with the calf, avoiding painful pressure points and injury.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e guides the tube gently around the delicate tissues of the throat and into the oesophagus.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalf size markers:\u003c\/strong\u003e help you judge the correct depth for the calf in front of you.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadstrap included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generation 2 probe supplied with a webbing headstrap attached.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eXS for small calves:\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for smaller breed or undersized calves under 25kg, moulded in a hot purple colour so the two sizes are easy to distinguish.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWider farm use:\u003c\/strong\u003e suitable for rehydrating animals up to 200kg and relieving free gas bloat.\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\u003eTrusti Tuber Probe, Generation 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOesophageal calf feeding probe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConstruction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMouthpiece with muzzle stop, flexible tube, safety tip, calf size markers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupplied with\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWebbing headstrap attached\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBottle fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 litre Antahi Feeder bottle \/ Trusti bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eXS size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmaller breed or undersized calves under 25kg, hot purple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOther uses\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRehydration of animals up to 200kg, relief of free gas bloat\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\u003eCheck the tube, mouthpiece and safety tip for splits, cracks or wear before every use.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFill the Trusti or 4 litre Antahi Feeder bottle with colostrum, milk or rehydration fluid at the correct temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRestrain the calf gently, ideally standing, and hold the mouthpiece in place using the muzzle stop with one hand.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSlide the tube through the mouthpiece so it passes around the throat tissues and into the oesophagus, using the calf size markers to judge depth.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFit the webbing headstrap to help hold the probe steady, attach the bottle and allow the fluid to flow.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRemove the probe smoothly, then rinse and clean it thoroughly and allow it to dry before storage.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003cp\u003eTube feeding should only be carried out by someone trained in the technique. If you are unsure about an individual animal, seek veterinary advice. Browse more livestock and yard equipment in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stable-yard-equipment\"\u003estable and yard equipment collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Shoof Trusti Tuber Probe used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is an oesophageal probe for tube feeding calves colostrum, milk or fluids. It can also be used to rehydrate animals up to 200kg and to relieve free gas bloat.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich bottle does it fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is for use with the 4 litre Antahi Feeder bottle and fits the same ergonomically designed Trusti bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size calf is the XS probe for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe XS size is designed for smaller breed or undersized calves under 25kg. It is moulded in a hot purple colour so it can be easily told apart from the standard size.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the probe come with a headstrap?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The Generation 2 probe comes with a webbing headstrap attached.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it protect the calf during feeding?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe mouthpiece, flexible tube, specially designed safety tip and size markers work together so the tube finds its way gently around the delicate tissues of the throat, then flexes with the calf to avoid pressure points and injury.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I clean it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRinse and clean the probe thoroughly after each use and allow it to dry fully before storing. Replace it if any part becomes split, cracked or distorted.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Shoof\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eShoof is a New Zealand livestock equipment specialist, known for practical calf rearing, dairy and stockmanship tools used on farms around the world. The Trusti range is designed around real handling conditions, with animal welfare and single-person operation in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the Shoof Trusti Tuber Probe used for?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"It is an oesophageal probe for tube feeding calves colostrum, milk or fluids. 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