Beaphar Lactol Milk Replacer for Kittens – 250g

Description

Beaphar Lactol Milk Replacer for Kittens is a complete milk replacement feed for newborn and orphaned kittens, which has saved the lives of countless young animals for over 100 years. With highly digestible proteins for sensitive tummies essential vitamins to support the immune system and minerals for bone and muscle development, Beaphar Lactol Milk Replacer for Kittens closely mimics maternal milk, providing the essential nutrients for growth and development to ensure a strong foundation for the best start in life. With Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) for normal brain development and vision, taurine, an essential amino acid, and dextrose, a quick source of energy, this high quality formula provides a balanced diet for newborn and orphaned kittens. Can also be used as a complementary food for lactating queens, and sick or recovering cats.

Instructions

ALWAYS FULLY READ THE PRODUCT LABEL BEFORE USE. Using the scoop provided, add Beaphar Lactol Milk Replacer for Kittens to warm water (42°C - allow boiled water to cool before use) and stir until completely dissolved. Allow to cool until lukewarm (38°C or blood temperature). The use of proper feeding equipment is highly recommended, such as the Beaphar Feeding Set or Beaphar Feeding Syringes. These should always be clean and sterile. Beaphar Lactol Milk Replacer can also be mixed with cold water for older cats. Prepared Beaphar Lactol Milk Replacer for Kittens can be refrigerated for 24 hours but should be reheated to 38°C or blood temperature before feeding to young animals. Always keep fresh drinking water available. COMPLETE DIET: For un-weaned kittens: It is important to weigh young kittens on a daily basis so that you can compare their daily growth increase with the growth tables from your breeder or vet. Recommended dilution: Using the scoop provided, add 31g (7 level scoops) to 100ml warm water  (42°C). 1 litre of prepared Beaphar Lactol Milk Replacer for Kittens contains approximately 1250 kcal. Use the table below for approximate feeding guidelines. The volume per day MUST be split across the recommended number of feeds per day. Weight: 100g (0.1kg) Volume per day: 50ml Age (days): 2-7 Number of feeds per day: 6–12 (including overnight) Weight: 200g (0.2g)  Volume per day: 80ml Age (days): 8–21  Number of feeds per day: 8 (including overnight) Weight: 400g (0.4kg) Volume per day: 135ml Age (days) :22–28    Number of feeds per day: 6–8 (including one overnight)  Weight: 600g (0.6kg) Volume per day: 180ml  Age (days): 29–35  Number of feeds per day: 4–6 Weight: 1000g (1kg) Volume per day: 250ml Age (days): 36*–42* Number of feeds per day: 3*                                                                      *After the 36th day, slowly change to a more solid diet, i.e. kitten food. Beaphar Lactol Milk Replacer for Kittens can be used to assist weaning. Mix prepared Beaphar Lactol Milk Replacer for Kittens with a small amount of kitten food, gradually decreasing the volume of milk and increasing the amount of solid food each day. Complimentary feeding (in addition to their normal food): For kittens below 6 weeks, Beaphar Lactol Milk Replacer for Kittens can be given as a complimentary feed, in addition to their mother's milk. Recommended volume = up to 40ml per kg. Weaned/weaning kittens over 6 weeks, adult cats during pregnancy or lactation, sick or convalescent: Recommended volume to feed = 13ml per kg.

Composition

• Ingredients: Milk & Milk Derivatives, Oils & Fats, Various Sugars (Dextrose 4.0%), Minerals, Algae, Cereals

Specifications