How do I mix the 2nd Step Weaning Food products?
You may mix the weaning foods either with water, Esbilac (for pups) or KMR (for kittens). Follow our recommendations found on the label for the amount of powder to feed the animal based on their body weight. Begin by mixing the powder with 3 parts of water or milk replacer to one part powder. Example: 1/3 cup powder would be mixed with 1 cup water/formula. Mixing this amount of liquid should give you a thin gruel-like consistency. Every day gradually decrease the amount of liquid mixed with the powder until eventually the cereal is an oatmeal consistency. Remember to continue to monitor the animal’s weight so you can be certain it is getting the proper amount of nutrition for its size. Divide the feedings into 3-4 session per day, never leaving the mixture sitting out for more than -3 hours. Once the animal has been eating the oatmeal consistency food for a few days you may introduce a commercial puppy or kitten food that has been soaked with water. Follow the recommendations found on
