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<blockquote data-quote="msscamp" data-source="post: 362086" data-attributes="member: 539"><p>1) If you're using a regular calf nipple, swap it out for a sheep nipple on a coke bottle for the first feeding or two until the calf figures out the bottle is food. The sheep nipple more closely resembles his mother's tit, and is easier for his to suck.</p><p></p><p>2) Coat the nipple with molasses or Karo syrup, sometimes this will do the trick - sometimes it won't.</p><p></p><p>3) If it doesn't do the trick, put the nipple in the calf's mouth and then gently squeeze his nose and jaw together to cause the milk to flow. Do this a time or two, and then give the calf a little time to think about it, then do it again. You can also put the nipple in his mouth and tip the bottle up and down to get the milk to flow - your choice.</p><p></p><p>I would not tube except as a last resort - it is not a pleasant experience for the calf, and can make his throat sore - thus causing a reluctance to swallow. Also, do not try to bottle him laying down. It is better if he is standing up.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="msscamp, post: 362086, member: 539"] 1) If you're using a regular calf nipple, swap it out for a sheep nipple on a coke bottle for the first feeding or two until the calf figures out the bottle is food. The sheep nipple more closely resembles his mother's tit, and is easier for his to suck. 2) Coat the nipple with molasses or Karo syrup, sometimes this will do the trick - sometimes it won't. 3) If it doesn't do the trick, put the nipple in the calf's mouth and then gently squeeze his nose and jaw together to cause the milk to flow. Do this a time or two, and then give the calf a little time to think about it, then do it again. You can also put the nipple in his mouth and tip the bottle up and down to get the milk to flow - your choice. I would not tube except as a last resort - it is not a pleasant experience for the calf, and can make his throat sore - thus causing a reluctance to swallow. Also, do not try to bottle him laying down. It is better if he is standing up. [/QUOTE]
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