CALF FEEDER ANTAHI FLEXI TUBER COMPLETE STARTER PACK SHOOF 225192

What It's Used For

The Antahi Flexi Tuber Complete Starter Pack is designed for tube-feeding newborn and young calves that are too weak, sick or reluctant to feed on their own. It's an essential piece of kit for getting colostrum and milk into calves quickly and reliably during those critical first hours and days of life.

The Flexi Tuber's soft, flexible tube and built-in stopper with calf size markers make it straightforward to position the tube correctly based on the calf's weight, reducing stress on both the calf and the operator. The strap-on function gives a more hands-free feeding option, which is a real advantage when you're working alone or managing multiple animals. With a large 4-litre capacity bottle and a reliable fast-flow valve that handles thick colostrum without fuss, this is a well-thought-out tool for calf rearing on Australian cattle properties.

Setup: Attach the flexible tube to the bottle and ensure the valve is seated correctly. The bottle clip keeps the mouthpiece clean and off surfaces when not in use. For hands-free feeding, fit the strap-on attachment before beginning the procedure.

Using the Flexi Tuber: Check the calf size markers on the tube and set the stopper to the appropriate position based on the calf's weight — this takes the guesswork out of tube placement and helps ensure safe, correct positioning every time. Gently pass the tube into the calf's oesophagus, confirm correct placement, then allow the colostrum or milk to flow through. The transparent tube lets you monitor flow throughout the feed. Trials have shown this design can almost halve procedure feeding time compared to older equipment.

Cleaning and maintenance: Disassemble the unit after each use. Rinse all components thoroughly with warm water, then wash with a suitable dairy or equipment sanitiser. The easy-to-clean design and transparent tube make it straightforward to check everything is properly cleaned before the next use. Allow all parts to air dry completely before reassembling or storing.

Tips for Best Results

• Always use the calf size markers and stopper to set the correct tube depth before you start — this is one of the biggest advantages of the Flexi Tuber and helps prevent mis-tubing.
• Warm your colostrum or milk to body temperature (around 38–39°C) before feeding — cold feeds can cause digestive upsets in newborn calves and slow flow through the valve.
• Use the strap-on function when working solo so you can keep both hands free to steady the calf and manage the bottle safely.
• Clean and sanitise all components thoroughly after every use — colostrum and milk residue left in tubes or valves can harbour bacteria and cause illness in vulnerable calves.
• Store the assembled unit with the bottle clip engaged to keep the mouthpiece clean and protected between uses.
• Check the tube and valve regularly for signs of wear, cracking or damage and replace parts as needed to maintain a reliable seal and safe operation.