Sow teat positioner has central bar and four rounded rods and is strapped to sow to make all teats available to sucking piglets

摘要

The positioner consists of a rigid metal frame with a central lengthwise bar (1) having a pair of semi-circular curved rods (4) welded across it at each end. The curved rods' outer ends are connected by parallel lengthwise rods (5) with end loops (6) to which an adjustable strap is fastened by elastic ties (8). The two ends (2) of the central bar are curved outwards and covered with a supple material (3). The strap, which is connected to the elastic ties by rivets (9), flat-headed screws or seams, is fastened round the sow's middle so that the central bar (1) lies between the two rows of teats, holding them off the ground when she is lying down.