Weaning Kittens Off Formula

A general schedule for kitten weaning might be.

Weaning kittens off formula. Use canned food or dry kitten food mixed with water. At first add a lot of water and then reduce the amount of water as the kitten matures. When you first start weaning your kitten off of its mother s milk you ll want to buy milk replacer. Repeat this until the kitten gets used to the taste.

A general schedule for kitten weaning might be. Kittens often need extra support during this time to help ensure they re receiving the proper nutrients in proper quantity and to keep them on track for success and independence. At first add a lot of water and then reduce the amount of water as the kitten matures. You ll also want to be sure to purchase high quality cat food which will be introduced to the kitten gradually.

You can switch a kitten from kitten milk replacer to solid food over the course of about a week. Remember that you should never wean an unhealthy kitten. Dip your finger into the formula and offer it to the kitten to lick it off. It is designed to replicate the nutritional value and to a degree the taste of its mother s milk.

Use canned food or dry kitten food mixed with water. If you are weaning a bottle fed kitten dip the nipple of the bottle or syringe eye dropper in the formula instead of using your finger. If your kitten is bottle fed the weaning process starts at 4 5 5 5 weeks of age and happens much more quickly than under a mother s care.