PetAg PetLac™ Powder for Kittens

A food source for orphaned or rejected kittens newborn to six weeks. Recommended as a supplement for nursing or weaning kittens or for older cats requiring additional nutrition. Contains FOS and live naturally occurring microorganisms. Supplies vitamins, minerals and amino acids required for proper growth and development. To supply extra nutrition to thin or older animals requiring additional nutrition. Directions for Mixing: Mix one tablespoon powder with two tablespoons warm water to make approximately 2 1/3 tablespoons (7 teaspoons/35 ml) of liquid. This amount will feed a 4 oz (115g) kitten for approximately 1 day. Directions for Feeding: If possible all kittens should receive colostrum by nursing on their mother for the first several days. Weighing kittens at the beginning and every 3 days will help to determine the amount that should be fed. Bottle fed kittens should be fed 1 teaspoon (5mL) per 4 ounces (115g) of body weight every 3-4 hours. Feeding amounts and frequency vary according to individual needs. Smaller and weaker kittens may need increased feeding frequency. As kittens become older the frequency may be decreased and the amount per feeding increased. At 4 to 6 weeks you may begin offering reconstituted PetLac Kitten in a shallow bowl for the kittens to lap. Do not discontinue bottle feeding until the kittens are eating well on their own. Weaned kittens: Feed 1 teaspoon (2g) of PetLac Kitten powder per 5 lbs. (2.2kg) of body weight. Pregnant and lactating females: Feed 2 teaspoons (4g) of PetLac Kitten powder per 5 lbs. (2.2kg) of body weight daily mixed in regular food. Consult your veterinarian for additional advice.NOTE: Follow recommended feeding amounts in directions shown to avoid digestive upset caused by overfeeding. Storage: Unopened powder should be kept in a cool, dry place. Reconstituted liquid must be kept refrigerated for up to 24 hours. Opened powder can be refrigerated for up to 3 months, or can be frozen for up to 6 months to preserve freshness.   Ingredients: Dried skim milk, vegetable oil, soy protein isolate, casein, maltodextrins, dicalcium phosphate, choline chloride, sugar, dried Lactobacillus casei fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus fermentum fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus plantarum fermentation product, dried Enterococcus faecium fermentation product, dried Bifidobacterium bifidum fermentation product, dried Pediococcus acidilactici fermentation product, monopotassium phosphate, L-arginine, potassium chloride, fructooligosaccharide (FOS), magnesium sulfate, taurine, natural and artificial flavor, iron proteinate, salt, dipotassium phosphate, calcium pantothenate, ascorbic acid (preservative), niacin supplement, copper proteinate, zinc sulfate, folic acid, silicon dioxide, vitamin E supplement, vitamin A supplement, riboflavin, vitamin B12 supplement, thiamine hydrochloride, pyridoxine hydrochloride, vitamin D3 supplement, calcium iodate, biotin. Guaranteed AnalysisCrude Protein, min ........................ 33.0%Crude Fat, min............................... 18.0%Crude Fiber, max............................. 0.5%Moisture, max...................................5.0%130,000 Colony Forming Units (CFU) per gram of powder (Lactobacillus casei*, Lactobacillus fermentum*, Lactobacillus acidophilus*, Lactobacillus plantarum, Enterococcus faecium*, Bifidobacterium bifidum*, Pediococcus acidilactici*)*Not recognized as an essential nutrient in the AAFCO Cat Food Nutrient Profiles The calorie content (ME) is 858 kcal/kg or 13 kcal/Tbs as a liquid. This product is intended for intermittent or supplemental feeding only. Not for human consumption.