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Nutritional Milk for Kittens & Cats

Feeding Guide

Newborn - 6 weeks

Nutritionally Complete
Kitten Milk Replacer

As a Nutritionally Complete milk replacer, Di-Vetelact Nutritional Milk fulfils the vital nutritional requirements of newborn kittens that have been rejected, orphaned or early weaned.

It contains essential amino acids and fatty acids necessary to help with tissue growth and supplies vitamins and minerals in a purposeful nutrient profile to ensure kittens reach their maximum potential.

Di-Vetelact Nutritional Milk is also beneficial as a supplement to mothers milk if supply is lacking, or mum is stressed. And, for non thriving kittens from large litters needing supplemental feeds.

Directions for Feeding

Dilution A
While introducing infants to milk replacer, start all kittens on Dilution A for the first 24 - 48 hours.

Dilution B
Once the kitten has established a feeding routine, gradually introduce Dilution B from 24-48 hours.

Weight of kitten : Total daily feed volume
50g: Dilution A 15mL | Dilution B 10mL
100g: Dilution A 30mL | Dilution B 20mL
200g: Dilution A 60mL | Dilution B 40mL
500g: Dilution A 150mL | Dilution B 100mL
1kg: Dilution A 250mL | Dilution B 170mL
2kg: Dilution A 450mL | Dilution B 300mL
5kg: Dilution A 750mL | Dilution B 500mL

The daily feeding amount should be divided into equal portions for each feeding.
This is a general guide only. Most animals will take what they need.

Feeds per day
12 feeds per day for young infants
Gradually reduce feeds to approximately
6 feeds per day until weaning commences

Weigh the kittens daily to determine correct total daily feed volume. Take care not to overfeed. Consult your veterinarian for additional advice.

If the kitten develops loose stools, reduce to 3/4 strength of chosen dilution temporarily resolved, then gradually increase. Do not increase the total daily feed volume.

*All kittens should receive their mother’s milk for at least 2 days, if possible. The early colostrum milk helps with immunity due to its high concentration of the antibodies IgA and IgG which protect against viruses and bacteria. If mothers milk was not possible, speak to your vet about a colostrum supplement.

6 weeks - 18 months

Nutritional Supplement

Di-Vetelact Nutritional Milk is recommended as a comprehensive supplement for ongoing growth and development. It helps to ensure the best start and sustain the nutritional needs of your new kitten.

It is also beneficial when transitioning your new kitten from mum to home - supplying calming, stabilising and nurturing nutrients beneficial for entering a new environment, travel, and training.

It supports good health, and the development of a good temperament in your cat.

Directions for Feeding

Dilution B
Serve as a delicious daily drink or add to food to fortify your cat's meal.

Weight of cat: Daily supplement
0-5kg: 10-35mL
5-10kg: 35-70mL
10-20kg: 70-140mL

18 months+

Nutritional Supplement

Di-Vetelact Nutritional Milk is recommended as a daily supplement for the ongoing maintenance of a healthy pet.

It supplies sulphur containing amino acids, cysteine and methionine, to help produce a glossy and luscious coat. It contains tryptophan and tyrosine to assist in calming.

Directions for Feeding

Dilution B
Serve as a delicious daily drink or add to food to fortify your cat's meal.

Weight of cat: Daily supplement
0-5kg: 10-35mL
5-10kg: 35-70mL
10-20kg: 70-140mL

Healthy Ageing

Nutritional Supplement

Di-Vetelact Nutritional Milk supports ageing cats with protective antioxidants and amino acid protein building blocks. These help ensure continued muscle development, repair and maintenance.

Its’ anti-inflammatory properties also support a continued supply of vital nutrients to promote health and wellbeing

Directions for Feeding

Dilution B
Serve as a delicious daily drink or add to food to fortify your cat's meal.

Weight of cat: Daily supplement
0-5kg: 10-35mL
5-10kg: 35-70mL
10-20kg: 70-140mL

Pre-Natal / Pregnant / Lactating

Nutritional Supplement

Di-Vetelact Nutritional Milk is recommended as a nutritional supplement, prior to and then during pregnancy. It supplements the queen’s increased need for calories, protein, fat, vitamins and minerals for healthy foetal development.

It provides beneficial nutrients for the developing kittens to store in their body to utilise immediately after birth. Proper nutritional management of the mother during late gestation will give her kittens the best start in life.

Di-Vetelact Nutritional Milk is also supportive for the queen  throughout lactation to help maintain the energy and nutrient requirements essential for milk production. If supply is lacking it will support any non-thriving kittens from large litters needing supplemental feeds.

Directions for Feeding

Dilution B
Serve as a delicious daily drink or add to food to fortify your cat's meal.

Weight of cat: Daily supplement
0-5kg: 10-35mL
5-10kg: 35-70mL
10-20kg: 70-140mL

For lactating support, let the cat take what she needs.

Convalescence And Recovery

Nutritional Supplement

As a nourishing whole food or ongoing nutritional supplement, Di-Vetelact Nutritional Milk contains all the essential amino acids necessary for tissue repair and healing when cats have been through an operation or illness.

It provides added nutrition, amino acids, vitamins, minerals and electrolytes for recovery.

Directions for Feeding

Dilution B
Serve as a delicious daily drink or add to food to fortify your cat's meal.

Weight of cat: Daily supplement
0-5kg: 10-35mL
5-10kg: 35-70mL
10-20kg: 70-140mL

It is recommended that a veterinarian’s opinion be sought before use if your cat is under specific dietary treatment for health.

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Preparation of Di-Vetelact Milk

Prepare equipment and water

  • Sterilise feeding equipment by boiling for 5 minutes
  • Pre-boil safe drinking water and cool to approximately 40ºC.

Select Dilution

  • Refer to "Daily Feeding Schedule" on pack for Dilution A or B

Make Nutritional Milk

  • Use the 20mL Di-Vetelact® scoop supplied = 9 grams powder

Dilution A

  • Add 1 scoop to 60mL of warm water
  • For approximately 1 Litre, add 135g (15 scoops) to 900mL warm water

Dilution B

  • Add 1 scoop to 40mL of warm water
  • For approximately 1 Litre, add 198g (22 scoops) to 880mL warm water

Mix together well to form a smooth milk consistency. Always shake or stir vigorously before feeding to evenly distribute nutrients.

Serve

  • Serve Nutritional Milk promptly, or refrigerate and use within 24 hours
  1. Feed orphan and early weaned infants (0-6 weeks) with sterilised teat and bottle.
  2. Once 6 weeks, feed from a saucer or bowl to encourage lapping.
  3. For animals not inclined to lap milk, mix Di-Vetelact Nutritional milk into their food. Or, sprinkle powder over their meal as a delicious topper. Always ensure plenty of drinking water is available.


Storage

Sealed container should be stored in a cool dry place. Once opened keep sealed when not in use and for best results use within 1 month of opening.

Benefits of Di-Vetelact

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Silky smooth, easy to mix formula

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Natural food grade ingredients

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