Cuddle Box
Spinder Cuddle Box
The Spinder Cuddle Box is designed to create the ideal environment for calving, supporting both the cow and calf during one of the most important stages of the production cycle. By providing a safe, hygienic, and controlled space, it helps improve welfare, reduce stress, and ensure a strong start for the new-born calf.
Optimised Calving Environment
The Cuddle Box provides a dedicated space where cows can calve in a calm and controlled setting. It ensures both the farmer and animal can manage the process safely, reducing stress and improving outcomes during and immediately after calving.
A well-managed calving environment supports:
- Healthier calves
- Smoother calving process
- Improved cow recovery
Supports Early Calf Development
The system allows the cow to remain close to her calf, encouraging natural behaviours such as licking, which helps stimulate the calf and prevent heat loss. This early interaction supports stronger development and overall calf vitality.
The separate calf section also makes it easier to manage feeding and care immediately after birth.
Hygienic & Controlled Setup
The Cuddle Box is designed to provide a clean, dry, and draught-free lying area for the calf. This helps reduce the risk of infection and supports better health during the early stages of life.
The enclosed design also ensures the calf cannot wander, making handling and relocation simple and safe.
Efficient & Easy to Operate
Designed for practical farm use, the Cuddle Box can be operated by a single person. The layout allows for easy access to both cow and calf, making tasks such as colostrum feeding, monitoring, and handling straightforward and efficient.
This improves workflow and reduces labour during busy calving periods.
Strong & Functional Design
The system consists of two main sections: a cow section and a calf section. The cow is secured within a catcher gate, while extendable and rotatable side gates provide flexibility and control.
The calf section is constructed using lightweight, removable plastic panels that are easy to clean and maintain, supporting hygiene and long-term usability.
Key Benefits
- Provides a hygienic, dry, and draught-free space for the calf
- Allows natural bonding between cow and calf
- Supports immediate colostrum intake
- Prevents calves from wandering
- Easy to operate by a single person
- Improves calf health and early development
System Components
- Catcher gate / feed front
- Support posts and fasteners
- Extendable and rotatable side gates
- Removable plastic calf panels
Available Accessories
- Support post
- Guard
- Anchor bolts
The Spinder Cuddle Box is a practical and welfare-focused solution for modern farms, helping to ensure safe calving, healthy calves, and efficient management during this critical stage.
All information about the Cuddle box can be found here:
Technical drawings are available for installing the Cuddle box. Click on the link below to download the pdf file.
