{"product_id":"milkbar-1-teat-feeder","title":"MilkBar 1-Teat Feeder","description":"\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eThe Milk Bar™ Grey Single-Teat Feeder is an ideal solution for feeding individual calves. Lightweight yet durable, it features sturdy moulded plastic hooks for hanging securely on rails up to 25mm wide, along with a convenient handgrip for easy carrying. Its simple design makes it practical for everyday use and easy to clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops x132q4wb\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-teat design\u003c\/strong\u003e for feeding individual calves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSturdy plastic hooks\u003c\/strong\u003e suitable for rails up to 25mm wide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConvenient handgrip\u003c\/strong\u003e for easy carrying and handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight and durable\u003c\/strong\u003e construction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy-clean design\u003c\/strong\u003e for everyday farm hygiene.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops x132q4wb\"\u003eSupporting Natural Digestion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eMilk Bar™ teats are designed to encourage calves to suckle slowly in a natural feeding position, with the neck extended. This promotes saliva production and supports the normal digestive process, helping milk pass into the abomasum, where it is curdled and digested before nutrients are absorbed in the intestine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops x132q4wb\"\u003eThe Importance of Saliva\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eSlow suckling encourages saliva production, which helps support normal digestion and contributes to the body's natural defences. Milk Bar™ feeding systems are designed to promote this natural sucking action and help reduce unwanted behaviours such as cross-sucking, which can occur when calves' feeding needs are not adequately met.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops x132q4wb\"\u003eRecommended Feeding Rate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eMilk Bar recommends a feeding rate of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e150 seconds per litre\u003c\/strong\u003e to encourage controlled milk intake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 litre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2 minutes 30 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3 litres:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 7 minutes 30 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eFeeding too quickly may reduce the time spent suckling and contribute to unwanted sucking behaviours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops x132q4wb\"\u003eMilk Bar™ Feeding and Care Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose the right feeder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consider the number and age of your calves, as well as who will be feeding them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrect positioning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep teats no higher than 60cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegular cleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean teats at least twice a week using a suitable alkaline detergent, following the manufacturer's instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonitor calf health:\u003c\/strong\u003e Watch for signs of infectious scours and seek veterinary advice if symptoms develop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColostrum management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure newborn calves receive sufficient, high-quality colostrum promptly. Bottle feeding can be useful for monitoring intake; follow veterinary guidance on the appropriate feeding method.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eThe Milk Bar™ Grey Single-Teat Feeder combines practical handling with a feeding system designed to encourage natural suckling and support healthy calf-rearing routines.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meirion Davies \u0026 Co Ltd \/ Meirion Davies a’i Gwmni Cyf","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62834825527683,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1482\/8654\/files\/online-2026-10-15T165346.843.png?v=1792079694","url":"https:\/\/www.meiriondavies.co.uk\/products\/milkbar-1-teat-feeder","provider":"Meirion Davies \u0026 Co Ltd \/ Meirion Davies a’i Gwmni Cyf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}