A calf house

Abstract

This utility model discloses a calf shed, relating to the field of cattle shed technology. It includes a first feeding area, a second feeding area, a weaning area, and a feeding preparation area. The first feeding area is for raising calves aged 1-7 days, the second feeding area is for raising calves aged 8-62 days, the weaning area is for raising calves aged 63 days and older, and the feeding preparation area is for operators to perform technical operations. In this utility model, calves in the first feeding area are artificially assisted with milking and live and eat individually. Calves in the second feeding area are raised in a group, conforming to the herd mentality of cattle, and they drink milk independently. In the weaning area, calves are gradually introduced to pelleted feed, reducing milk and increasing pelleted feed until they are fully weaned. The feeding preparation area is used to control the hygiene and safety of the calf's feed and treat diseases during calf growth. The shed is multifunctional, with clearly defined functional areas, allowing for strict adherence to the calf's growth patterns and ensuring successful calf development.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of cattle shed technology, and in particular to a calf shed. Background Technology

[0002] Calf sheds are feeding facilities specifically designed for newborn calves, and their design and construction are crucial to the health and growth of the calves.

[0003] Traditional calf sheds have limited functionality, unclear functional area divisions, and cannot be fed according to the growth patterns of calves, resulting in different growth rates among calves and failing to meet people's needs. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to solve the problems of single-function stalls and unclear functional area division in the existing technology, and to propose a calf shed.

[0005] To address the problems existing in the prior art, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] A calf shed includes a first feeding area, a second feeding area, a weaning area, and a feeding preparation area. The first feeding area is used to raise calves aged 1 to 7 days, the second feeding area is used to raise calves aged 8 to 62 days, the weaning area is used to raise calves aged 63 days and older, and the feeding preparation area is used for operators to perform technical operations.

[0007] Preferably, the first feeding area includes multiple small compartments.

[0008] Preferably, the second feeding area and weaning area include multiple large compartments and a pair of fiber ducts, with the pair of fiber ducts passing through the multiple large compartments respectively, and feeding units for calves to eat are provided in the second feeding area and weaning area.

[0009] Preferably, the feeding unit includes a feeding channel and a pair of intake channels, and the plurality of large compartments, a pair of fiber ducts and a pair of intake channels are distributed on both sides of the feeding channel with the feeding channel as the axis of symmetry.

[0010] Preferably, the feeding channel contains multiple feed troughs and multiple water troughs.

[0011] Preferably, a pair of transfer channels are provided on the outermost side of the second feeding area and the weaning area.

[0012] Preferably, the feeding preparation area includes a pelleted feed / milk replacer room and a slaughtering equipment room, and the feeding preparation area is equipped with a treatment unit for treating calf diseases.

[0013] Preferably, the treatment unit includes a technical room and a pharmacy.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0015] 1. In this utility model, calves in the first feeding area are artificially assisted with milking and live and eat separately. Calves in the second feeding area are raised in a group, which conforms to the herd mentality of cattle. The calves drink milk independently. In the weaning area, the calves are gradually fed pelleted feed, reducing milk and increasing pelleted feed until they are completely weaned. The feeding preparation area is used to control the hygiene and safety of the calves' feed and treat diseases during the growth of the calves. The cattle shed has rich functions and clear functional area division, which can strictly follow the growth pattern of calves and ensure the smooth growth of the calves.

[0016] 2. In this utility model, the transfer channel is used for calves to move from the first feeding area to the second feeding area and from the second feeding area to the weaning area, making the transfer more convenient, reducing workload and stress on calves. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The accompanying drawings, which are included to provide a further understanding of the present invention and form part of this application, illustrate exemplary embodiments of the present invention and, together with the description thereof, serve to explain the present invention and do not constitute an undue limitation thereof. In the drawings:

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the main structure of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 For the present utility model Figure 1 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0020] Figure 3 For the present utility model Figure 1 Enlarged view of point B in the middle;

[0021] Figure 4 For the present utility model Figure 1 Enlarged diagram of point C in the middle.

[0022] The diagram shows the following sections: 1. First feeding area; 11. Second feeding area; 12. Weaning area; 13. Feeding preparation area; 2. Small compartment; 3. Transfer passage; 4. Large compartment; 5. Fiber duct; 6. Feeding passage; 61. Feeding passage; 7. Technical room; 71. Pellet feed and milk replacer room; 72. Pharmacy; 8. Slaughtering equipment room. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0024] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "equipped with," "sleeved / connected," "connected," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can be a connection within two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0025] Example: This example provides a calf shed, see [link / reference] Figure 1-4 Specifically, it includes a first feeding area 1, a second feeding area 11, a weaning area 12, and a feeding preparation area 13. The first feeding area 1 is used to feed calves aged 1 to 7 days, the second feeding area 11 is used to feed calves aged 8 to 62 days, the weaning area 12 is used to feed calves aged 63 days and above, and the feeding preparation area 13 is used by operators to carry out technical operations.

[0026] In this optional embodiment, calves in the first feeding area 1 are artificially assisted with milking and live and eat separately, while calves in the second feeding area 11 are raised in a group, which conforms to the herd mentality of cattle. The calves drink milk independently. In the weaning area 12, calves are gradually fed pelleted feed, reducing milk and increasing pelleted feed until they are completely weaned. The feeding preparation area 13 is used to control the hygiene and safety of the calves' feed and treat diseases during the calves' growth. The cattle shed is fully functional with clearly defined functional areas, and can be fed strictly according to the growth pattern of calves to ensure their smooth growth.

[0027] Optionally, the first feeding area 1 includes multiple small compartments 2.

[0028] In this optional embodiment, only one calf aged 1 to 7 days is housed in each small compartment 2, and artificial feeding is provided to ensure the amount of milk fed to the newborn calf, normal weight gain, and reduced morbidity.

[0029] Optionally, the second feeding area 11 and the weaning area 12 include multiple large compartments 4 and a pair of fiber ducts 5, with the pair of fiber ducts 5 passing through the multiple large compartments 4 respectively. The second feeding area 11 and the weaning area 12 are equipped with feeding units for calves to eat.

[0030] In this optional embodiment, eight calves of similar age are housed in each large compartment 4. Calves have strong social needs, and group housing can simulate peer interaction in the natural environment, enhance communication among calves, and conform to the herd mentality of cattle. The fiber duct 5 is connected to a negative pressure ventilation system to ventilate each large compartment 4. The system opens when the curtain of the large compartment 4 is closed, which can ensure air circulation in the large compartment 4, reduce ammonia levels, and optimize the living environment of the calves.

[0031] Optionally, the feeding unit includes a feeding channel 6 and a pair of feeding channels 61. Multiple large compartments 4, a pair of fiber ducts 5 and a pair of feeding channels 61 are distributed on both sides of the feeding channel 6 with the feeding channel 6 as the axis of symmetry. Multiple feed troughs and multiple water troughs are placed in the feeding channel 6.

[0032] In this optional embodiment, the feeding channel 6 is used to place feed troughs and water troughs, and also facilitates the passage of the disinfection vehicle. In the second feeding area 11, the milk for nursing calves is distributed every 2 hours. The calves are released from the large compartment 4 and enter the feeding channel 61. Each calf is provided with a corresponding feed trough. The system automatically issues the daily feed amount per calf according to their age. An alarm will be automatically triggered if they do not eat or if the feed amount is insufficient. The water trough will be supplied with sufficient purified water. The feed trough and water trough have electric heating functions, and the temperature of milk and purified water is kept constant at 39 degrees Celsius, which is suitable for calf feeding. In the weaning area 12, a certain amount of milk and pellet feed will be put into the feed trough to allow the calves to gradually adapt to eating pellet feed. During this process, as time goes by, the milk will be gradually reduced and the pellet feed will be increased until the calves are completely weaned.

[0033] Optionally, a pair of transfer passages 3 are provided on the outermost sides of the second feeding area 11 and the weaning area 12.

[0034] In this optional embodiment, the transfer channel 3 is used for calves to move from the first feeding area 1 to the second feeding area 11, and from the second feeding area 11 to the weaning area 12, making the transfer more convenient, reducing workload and calf stress.

[0035] Optionally, the feeding preparation area 13 includes a pelleted feed / milk replacer room 71 and a slaughtering equipment room 8, and the feeding preparation area 13 is equipped with a treatment unit for treating calf diseases.

[0036] In this optional embodiment, the feed in the pelleted feed milk replacer room 71 is far from the ground, which can ensure the quality of the pelleted feed. The pasteurization equipment room 8 can effectively kill bacteria in the milk through pasteurization, providing calves with high-quality milk source and ensuring the hygiene of the calves' feed.

[0037] Optionally, the treatment unit includes a technical room 7 and a pharmacy 72.

[0038] In this optional embodiment, the technical room 7 is used for technical research on calf feeding by staff, and the pharmacy 72 stores medicines for treating diseases during the growth of calves to ensure the healthy growth of calves.

[0039] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model, but the protection scope of the present utility model is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or changes made by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in the present utility model, based on the technical solution and the inventive concept of the present utility model, should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A calf shed, comprising a first feeding area (1), a second feeding area (11), a weaning area (12), and a feeding preparation area (13), characterized in that: The first feeding area (1) is used to feed calves aged 1 to 7 days, the second feeding area (11) is used to feed calves aged 8 to 62 days, the weaning area (12) is used to feed calves aged 63 days and above, and the feeding preparation area (13) is used for operators to perform technical operations. The first feeding area (1) includes multiple small compartments (2); The second feeding area (11) and weaning area (12) include multiple large compartments (4) and a pair of fiber ducts (5), the pair of fiber ducts (5) respectively passing through the multiple large compartments (4), and feeding units for calves to eat are provided in the second feeding area (11) and weaning area (12).

2. The calf shed according to claim 1, characterized in that: The feeding unit includes a feeding channel (6) and a pair of feeding channels (61). Multiple large compartments (4), a pair of fiber ducts (5) and a pair of feeding channels (61) are distributed on both sides of the feeding channel (6) with the feeding channel (6) as the axis of symmetry.

3. A calf shed according to claim 2, characterized in that: The feeding channel (6) contains multiple feed troughs and multiple water troughs.

4. A calf shed according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second feeding area (11) and the weaning area (12) are provided with a pair of transfer channels (3) on the outermost side.

5. A calf shed according to claim 1, characterized in that: The feeding preparation area (13) includes a pelleted feed and milk replacer room (71) and a slaughtering equipment room (8). The feeding preparation area (13) is equipped with a treatment unit for treating calf diseases.

6. A calf shed according to claim 5, characterized in that: The treatment unit includes a technical room (7) and a pharmacy (72).

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