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Nutritional Milk for Horse & Foal

Lambs, Kids, Cria, Piglets, calves, fawns

Feeding Guide

Newborn - Weaned

Animal Milk Replacer

As a milk replacer Di-Vetelact Nutritional Milk fulfils the vital nutritional requirements of newborn farm animals 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 animals reach their maximum potential.

Di-Vetelact Nutritional Milk is also beneficial as a support to mothers milk for non-thriving animals that will benefit from supplemental feeds.

Directions for Feeding

Dilution A
Lambs
Kids
Calves
Cria
Piglets

Dilution B
Fawns
NB: While introducing fawns to milk replacer, start on Dilution A for the first 24 - 48 hours, then introduce Dilution B.

Weight of animal: 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
10kg: Dilution A 1400mL | Dilution B 950mL
20kg: Dilution A 2600mL | Dilution B 1750mL
50kg: Dilution A 5000mL | Dilution B 3350mL


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 until weaning commences
Lambs: 6 > 4
Kids: 4 > 3
Calves: 6 > 4
Cria: 12 > 6
Fawns: 8 > 7
Piglets: 6 > 4

*> Move onto less frequent schedule until weaned

Weigh the animal daily to determine correct total daily feed volume. Take care not to overfeed.

If the animal develops loose stools, reduce to 3/4 strength of chosen dilution temporarily until resolved, then gradually increase. Do not increase the total daily feed volume. Consult your veterinarian for additional advice.

*All babies 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 mother’s milk was not possible, speak to your vet about a colostrum supplement

Weaned - Adult

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 young pet.

It is also beneficial when transitioning your animal away from mum - 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 pet.

Directions for Feeding

Weight of animal: Daily supplement
0-5kg: 10-35mL
5-10kg: 35-70mL
10-20kg: 70-140mL
20-30kg: 140-200mL
30-50kg: 200-350mL
50kg+: 70mL per 10kg

Show Animals

Nutritional Supplement

Di-Vetelact Nutritional Milk is recommended as a supplement for the optimum health and maintenance of your show animal.

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 and focus whilst performing.

Directions for Feeding


Weight of animal: Daily supplement
0-5kg: 10-35mL
5-10kg: 35-70mL
10-20kg: 70-140mL
20-30kg: 140-200mL
30-50kg: 200-350mL
50kg+: 70mL per 10kg

Pre-Natal / Pregnant / Lactating

Nutritional Supplement

Di-Vetelact Nutritional Milk is recommended as a nutritional supplement prior to and then during pregnancy.

It supports the animal's increased need for calories, protein, fat, vitamins and minerals for healthy foetal development. Proper nutritional management of the mother during late gestation will give her babies the best start in life.

Di-Vetelact Nutritional Milk is also supportive for the mother throughout lactation for the energy requirements essential to support optimal milk production.

Directions for Feeding

Weight of animal: Daily supplement
0-5kg: 10-35mL
5-10kg: 35-70mL
10-20kg: 70-140mL
20-30kg: 140-200mL
30-50kg: 200-350mL
50kg+: 70mL per 10kg

While the animal is lactating, allow her to take as much as she needs

Healthy Ageing

Nutritional Supplement

As a nutritional supplement, Di-Vetelact Nutritional Milk supports ageing animals with its protective antioxidants and amino acid protein building blocks. These help with continued muscle development, repair and maintenance.

Its’ anti-inflammatory properties also promote a healthy digestive tract porviding a continued supply of vital nutrients to promote health and wellbeing.

Directions for Feeding

Weight of animal: Daily supplement
0-5kg: 10-35mL
5-10kg: 35-70mL
10-20kg: 70-140mL
20-30kg: 140-200mL
30-50kg: 200-350mL
50kg+: 70mL per 10kg

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 animals have been through an operation or illness.

It provides added nutrition, vitamins and minerals for recuperation.

Directions for Feeding

Weight of animal: Daily supplement
0-5kg: 10-35mL
5-10kg: 35-70mL
10-20kg: 70-140mL
20-30kg: 140-200mL
30-50kg: 200-350mL
50kg+: 70mL per 10kg

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

Goat and goat kid

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

Easy to mix formula icon

Silky smooth, easy to mix formula

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Natural food grade ingredients

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