Recipe 1: Basic Homemade Kitten Milk Replacer
The Basic Homemade Kitten Milk Replacer is a simple and effective recipe that provides kittens with the necessary nutrition they need to grow and thrive.
Equipment
- 1 Mixing Bowl
- 1 Whisk
- 1 Blender
- 1 Bottle or jar
- 1 Microwave or stove
- 1 Bottle or syringe
Ingredients
- 4 oz evaporated milk
- 4 oz warm water
- 1 tsp light corn syrup or glucose
- 1 egg yolk
Instructions
- Combine the evaporated milk and warm water in a mixing bowl.
- Add the egg yolk and corn syrup or glucose to the bowl and whisk everything together until it's well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a blender and blend for a few seconds until it's smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a bottle or jar and store it in the refrigerator.
- Before feeding your kitten, warm the mixture in the microwave or on the stove until it's just warm to the touch.
- Test the temperature by putting a few drops on the inside of your wrist. The mixture should be lukewarm, not hot.
- Serve the mixture to your kitten using a bottle or syringe. If using a bottle, make sure the nipple is the correct size and shape for a kitten's mouth.
Notes
Note: This recipe makes enough for one feeding. Discard any leftover mixture and make a fresh batch each time. Store the mixture in the refrigerator for no longer than 24 hours.