WOMBAROO Latex Teat MTM for In-Pouch Kangaroos Wallabies & Koalas

Wombaroo Teat MTM

Latex teat with medium, thin nipple suitable for:

• In-pouch Kangaroos
• In-pouch Wallabies
• In-pouch Koalas

Sleeve fits Wombaroo Feeding Bottle or any bottle with neck diameter of 18-24mm.

Teat Selection

• The teat should resemble the mother's in size and shape to ensure mouth comfort, fit and correct tooth eruption
• Marsupial teats get longer as the joey grows, so progression to longer teats is important

Hole Size

• There is no hole in the teats, so the carer needs to make a hole to suit the animal being fed
• Pierce the tip of the teat with a hot needle to make a hole about 1 mm in diameter, or for large animals, cut a hole with scissors
• If the hole is too small, excessive sucking will quickly weaken the tip and the end will blow out
• If this is happening then the hole is probably too small for the animal. Make a larger hole
• The hole should be large enough for milk to drip out slowly, when the bottle is inverted

Feeding Technique

• Small animals can be fed using a syringe with a teat pulled over the end, to give greater control of milk flow with the plunger
• Guidance should be obtained from experienced carers on correct feeding technique for different animals

Care and Storage

• Latex is a natural product. Deterioration can be slowed by storing teats in a dry place away from light
• An opaque, airtight container should be used
• Immediately after use, teats should be washed in warm soapy water, dried and stored as above
• Some carers sterilise by boiling or with infant sterilising solutions