Wombaroo Teat - P

Wombaroo Teat P | Small Animal Feeding Teat

The Wombaroo P Teat is a natural latex feeding teat with a fine, pointed nipple, designed for hand-rearing small or difficult-to-feed animals.

Suitable for small mammals, kittens, rabbits and guinea pigs, its narrow shape makes it a useful option when feeding orphaned or young animals that require extra care.

Key Features

• Fine, pointed nipple: Designed for small or difficult-to-feed animals.

• Suitable for: Small mammals, cats, rabbits and guinea pigs.

• Natural latex: Soft feeding teat that can be fitted over a suitable syringe for controlled feeding.

• Customisable milk flow: Supplied without a hole so the opening can be adjusted to suit the animal.

Choosing the Right Teat

The teat should resemble the mother's nipple in size and shape to ensure a comfortable fit in the animal's mouth and support correct tooth eruption.

Preparing the Teat

Wombaroo teats are supplied without a pre-made hole, allowing carers to adjust the milk flow.

1. Pierce the tip with a hot needle to create a hole approximately 1mm in diameter.

2. For larger animals, a hole can be cut using scissors.

3. Check that milk drips slowly when the bottle is inverted.

4. If the hole is too small, excessive sucking can weaken the teat tip and cause it to split or blow out. Enlarge the hole if this occurs.

Feeding Technique

For small animals, the teat can be pulled over the end of a syringe. This allows greater control of milk flow using the syringe plunger.

Important: Incorrect feeding techniques can cause milk to enter the animal's airway. Always seek guidance from an experienced carer or veterinarian on the appropriate feeding method for your animal.

Cleaning & Storage

Latex is a natural material and will gradually deteriorate over time.

• Wash teats immediately after use in warm, soapy water.

• Dry thoroughly before storing.

• Keep in a dry place away from light, preferably in an opaque, airtight container.

• Some carers also sterilise teats by boiling or using infant sterilising solutions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What animals is the Wombaroo P Teat suitable for?

The P Teat is designed for small or difficult-to-feed animals, including kittens, rabbits, guinea pigs and other small mammals.

Does the Wombaroo P Teat come with a hole?

No. The teat is supplied without a hole so carers can create an opening suitable for the animal being fed.

Can I use the Wombaroo P Teat with a syringe?

Yes. The teat can be fitted over the end of a suitable syringe to provide greater control over milk flow during hand-feeding.

How should I store Wombaroo latex teats?

Wash and dry them after use, then store in an opaque, airtight container in a dry place away from light to help slow natural latex deterioration.

Wonderworld Tip

When hand-rearing small animals, choosing the correct teat and milk flow is just as important as choosing the right milk replacer. Start with a small opening and check that milk flows slowly rather than freely.

For orphaned guinea pig pups, the Wombaroo P Teat is the teat recommended by Wombaroo for use with their Guinea Pig Milk Replacer.