Give newborn and orphaned puppies the very best start in life with Beaphar Lactol Milk Replacer for Puppies. Trusted by breeders and pet owners to save the lives of countless young animals for over 100 years, this high-quality, complete milk replacement feed closely mimics natural maternal milk. Formulated with highly digestible proteins tailored for sensitive young tummies, it delivers a perfectly balanced diet rich in essential vitamins and minerals to support robust bone and muscle development.
Enriched with DHA for cognitive health and dextrose for immediate vitality, this premium puppy milk replacer ensures your growing dogs receive the essential nutritional foundation they need. It also serves as an excellent complementary, high-calorie food source for pregnant or lactating bitches, as well as sick or recovering adult dogs.
Key Features & Benefits
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Complete Nutrition: Provides a fully balanced, essential daily diet specifically formulated for newborn and orphaned puppies from birth.
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Enriched with DHA: Contains Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) to actively support normal brain development and healthy vision.
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Quick Energy: Includes dextrose, providing a rapid and easily digestible source of energy for weak or fast-growing pups.
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Highly Digestible: Gentle on sensitive digestive systems with carefully selected proteins that closely mimic natural maternal milk.
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Versatile Formula: Excellent for assisting the weaning process, and serves as a highly nutritious complementary food for lactating bitches and convalescing dogs.
Preparation & Feeding Guide
How to Prepare:
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Using the scoop provided, add 30g (2 level scoops) of Lactol powder to 100ml of warm water (42°C - always allow boiled water to cool before mixing).
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Stir vigorously until completely dissolved.
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Allow the mixture to cool until it is strictly lukewarm (38°C or blood temperature) before feeding. Note: For older dogs receiving this as a supplement, Beaphar Lactol can be mixed with cold water.
Daily Feeding Guidelines for Un-weaned Puppies: It is crucial to weigh young puppies daily to monitor their growth. The total daily volume below MUST be split evenly across the recommended number of feeds per day.
*After the 28th day, slowly begin weaning by mixing prepared Lactol with a small amount of puppy food, gradually decreasing the milk volume and increasing the solid food daily.
Complimentary Feeding Guidelines:
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Puppies under 8 weeks: Up to 40ml per kg of body weight (in addition to mother's milk).
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Weaned puppies, pregnant/lactating bitches, or sick dogs: 11ml per kg of body weight.
Warning: ALWAYS FULLY READ THE PRODUCT PACKAGING BEFORE USE. Ensure all feeding equipment is completely clean and sterile before every meal. Prepared Beaphar Lactol can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours, but must be reheated to 38°C (blood temperature) before feeding to young animals. Always keep fresh drinking water available. Keep out of reach of children. For animal use only.
Specifications & Ingredients
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Size: 1kg (Powder Formula)
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Suitability: Puppies (from birth), pregnant/lactating dogs, and sick/convalescing dogs of all weights.
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Composition: Milk & Milk Derivatives, Oils & Fats, Various Sugars (Dextrose 3.0%), Minerals, Algae, Cereals.
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Caloric Content: 1 litre of prepared Beaphar Lactol Puppy Milk contains approximately 1250 kcal.
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Storage & Safety: Store in the original container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Ensure the lid is tightly closed. For best results, use within three months of opening. Dispose of any unused product and packaging in the household rubbish.
