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Calf Hutches & Igloos: Weatherproof Protection for Outdoor Rearing

Protect your calves reliably from rain, wind, and sun. Find sturdy individual hutches and spacious group igloos for outdoor housing.

Calf Hutches & Igloos: Fresh Air for Healthy Calves

Raising calves outdoors in the fresh air is simply the best thing for their health. Calf hutches and igloos reliably protect the animals from rain, wind, and sun. Outside, viruses and bacteria have a much harder time spreading. For you, this means far fewer problems with pneumonia or other infections compared to a normal calf barn.

What Makes a Good Calf Hutch

For the hutches to withstand tough daily farm work and keep the calves comfortable, a few things are essential:

  • Sturdy Material: Good igloos are made of tough plastic. Nothing breaks or splinters, even if you accidentally bump it with the loader while mucking out.
  • Good Airflow: A hutch needs proper ventilation. The vents at the back let moist and warm air escape without putting the calf in a draft.
  • Quick to Clean: The inside walls must be smooth. This way, dirt doesn't stick, and you can get the job done quickly with the pressure washer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are most calf igloos white?
Light colors reflect the sun's rays. This prevents the hutch from getting too hot in the summer and stops the calf from suffering heat stress.

When do I put the calves in the hutch?
As soon as they are born and have drunk their first colostrum. They stay alone in the individual hutch for the first two to three weeks. After that, they are moved to a larger group hutch to get used to other calves.

Individual and Group Hutches for a Great Start

The first few weeks decide how healthy a cow will be later on. In our range, you will find the right hutches for outdoor housing. For the first few days, we offer practical individual hutches. In these, each calf has peace and quiet and is protected from the germs of other animals.

As the calves grow older, our spacious group igloos are a perfect fit. They offer plenty of room for several animals. All our hutches are extremely sturdy, have a good ventilation system, and are quick and easy to wash out when you move the animals.