Why tube feeding should be your last option

Alex Moreland

Published on: 18/06/2024

If a newborn livestock animal is too weak to suckle then often the only option appears to be to tube feed colostrum but there are very good reasons why this should be your last option - not a ‘go-to’.

Background basics

A practical guide to tube feeding

Amanda Bowes

Published on: 05/10/2023

Tube feeding a weak newborn animal can seem terrifying but it may save a life. This practical guide covers why, when and how to tube feed safely. We also cover the practical ways to make sure the tube is in the correct place.

Practical skills