Beaphar Lactol Milk Replacer for Kittens – 250g

Beaphar Lactol Kitten Milk is a complete milk replacement food specially formulated for newborn and orphaned kittens, as well as those struggling to nurse effectively from birth through weaning. It is also suitable as a supplement for mother cats during pregnancy and while nursing their young.

Beaphar Lactol is rich in amino acids and is enhanced with essential vitamins and minerals, providing a perfectly balanced and complete nutrition source. Made from easily digestible whey products, it closely mimics the natural milk of a mother cat. 

The ultra-filtration process concentrates the proteins, and a slow drying method during production preserves the protein structures, enhancing its nutritional value. Additionally, it contains added taurine and DHA (Docosahexaenoic acid), which are beneficial for cognitive development and visual acuity.

Beaphar Lactol Kitten Milk can also be used to wean kittens, pregnant or lactating queens, and sick or convalescing animals.

• COMPLETE MILK REPLACER: For newborn, underweight and orphaned kittens. Beaphar Lactol is high in vitamins and minerals, providing support for the best start in life.
• ESSENTIAL VITAMINS: Enriched with essential vitamins and minerals, such as superior amino acid, taurine and DHA (Docosahexaenoic acid), shown to help cognitive development and visual acuity. For a perfectly balanced feed.
• EASILY DIGESTED: Made with whey, Beaphar Lactol for Kittens is specially formulated for easy digestion, and is a replica of the mother’s milk in consistency and taste.
• Includes DHA (shown to help support brain development
• Closely resembles natural queens milk

Instructions
ALWAYS FULLY READ THE PRODUCT LABEL BEFORE USE. Using the scoop provided, add Beaphar Lactol Kitten Milk to warm water (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, such as the Beaphar Feeding Set or Beaphar Feeding Syringes, is highly recommended. These should always be clean and sterile. Beaphar Lactol can also be mixed with cold water for older cats. Prepared Beaphar Lactol Kitten can be refrigerated for 24 hours but should be reheated to 38°C or blood temperature before feeding to young animals. COMPLETE DIET: For unweaned kittens. It is important to weigh young kittens daily so that you can compare their daily growth increase with the growth tables from your breeder or vet. Recommended dilution (250/500g sizes): Add 7 level scoops to 100ml warm water. 1 litre of prepared Beaphar Lactol Kitten Milk contains approximately 1250 kcal. Use the table below for approximate feeding guidelines. The daily volume MUST be split across the recommended number of feeds.

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 can be used to assist weaning. Mix prepared Beaphar Lactol Kitten Milk 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 Kitten 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.